Abstract Background: Childhood and adolescent obesity has been increasing, particularly in countries with greater social vulnerability. Given this context, assessing schoolchildren from Bahia’s backlands — a region known for its low-income population — is essential. Objective: To assess the frequency of overweight and obesity and their association with high blood pressure (BP) in children from urban and rural areas in four municipalities in the backlands of Bahia. Methods: This study is part of a project evaluating the impact of a […]

Abstract Background: Elderly patients are more likely to develop cardiovascular events. Tools for risk stratification serve as support to prevent threats of events and assess eligibility for statin use. Objectives: Evaluate the degree of concordance between tools for cardiovascular risk stratification in elderly patients. Methods: Cross-sectional, observational, descriptive, analytical study, with secondary data from 124 medical records of patients treated at a geriatric outpatient clinic in the South of Santa Catarina, Brazil. Variables present in the cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk […]

Abstract Background: The present study describes the prevalence of excess weight, obesity, and high blood pressure (BP) in children from a Brazilian semiarid region (Sertão) and its association with lipid profile and area of residence. Objective: To describe the prevalence of excess weight, obesity, and high BP in children, as well as the association between these variables, lipid profile, and area of residence. Methods: Thi work is a cross-sectional study conducted with schoolchildren, aged 6 to 10 years, from three […]

Abstract Background: Hypertension is the main risk factor for cardiovascular mortality worldwide. Lifestyle medicine (LM) assesses health through seven domains (diet, physical activity, substance use, sleep, social support, stress management, and environmental exposure), which also include risk factors for hypertension. Purpose: To evaluate the association between lifestyle and hypertension in Brazil and Spain. Methods: Secondary analysis of data from two web surveys conducted in 2020 in Brazil and Spain, which assessed lifestyle through a multidimensional scale. We enrolled 5224 individuals […]

Abstract Background Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEI) are a class of drugs fundamental to hypertension treatment; however, the individual medications within this class vary in their effectiveness at controlling Blood Pressure (BP). Objectives To analyze BP values obtained through casual measurements and home blood pressure monitoring (HBPM) in patients using ACEI as monotherapy or in dual combinations, focusing on BP control and goal achievement in a Brazilian population. Methods A cross-sectional study evaluating adult patients using ACEI between 2017 and 2020 […]

Abstract Background The success of acute myocardial infarction with ST-segment elevation (STEMI) treatment is time-dependent, requiring prompt access, diagnosis, and immediate medical intervention. The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the care of patients with STEMI. Objective To analyze delay times and clinical outcomes of patients with STEMI undergoing primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PPCI) before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods This retrospective observational study included patients with STEMI undergoing PPCI from June 2019 to July 2022. The COVID-19 pandemic period […]

Abstract Background Coronary artery disease (CAD) is prevalent worldwide, presenting significant morbidity and mortality. Despite the advances in the management of CAD, the primary focus continues to be risk factor reduction, lifestyle changes, and medication adherence, all of which contribute considerably to favorable outcomes. Long-term CAD outcomes tend to be poor, especially in developing countries, due to medication non-compliance, a lack of education, and appropriate measures for the modification of risk factors. Objectives The present study aims to investigate the […]

Abstract Background Previous studies have demonstrated an association between larger platelet volume and coronary thrombus formation in acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Objectives We aimed to investigate the association of platelet distribution width (PDW) levels with both the clinical severity and the extent of coronary artery disease (CAD) in patients diagnosed with ACS. Methods A retrospective evaluation was conducted on 1043 consecutive patients diagnosed with ACS. Patients were stratified into two groups based on their PDW values: group 1 (PDW > […]

Abstract Background Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is a common arrhythmia in pediatric patients. Emerging evidence suggests a link between systemic inflammation and cardiovascular diseases. Objectives This study aims to investigate the relationship between the monocyte/lymphocyte ratio (MLR) and neutrophil/lymphocyte ratio (NLR) with SVT in pediatric patients. Methods: We conducted a retrospective study at Rize Education and Research Hospital’s Pediatric Health and Diseases Department, including 33 patients diagnosed with SVT and 33 control subjects without sinus tachycardia. Hemogram (CBC) parameters, electrocardiography (ECG), […]

Abstract Background Digital health uses innovative information technology for healthcare needs. Virtual reality (VR) is increasingly adopted in healthcare, including cardiovascular rehabilitation (CVR), to improve performance and adherence. However, digital interventions must consider users’ perspectives to prevent VR from becoming a barrier. Objective This study aimed to assess the usability and enjoyment of physical activity associated with VR among inpatients with heart failure (HF). Method A prospective pilot study was conducted with ten patients diagnosed with HF. Participants completed an […]