Abstract Background Femoral access remains a common choice in coronary angiography due to its easy accessibility and high success rate. Various techniques exist for achieving hemostasis following femoral artery catheterization. Objectives The aim of our study is to compare the methods of chitosan-containing hemostatic pad (HP) and manual compression (MC) in terms of efficacy and safety in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with coronary angiography via femoral access. Method A total of 204 patients from 3 centers were included […]

Abstract Background Time in therapeutic range (TTR) plays an important role in the effectiveness of anticoagulant therapy with vitamin K antagonists. Objective To identify factors associated with variation in TTR. Methods The study sites were anticoagulation clinics at two university hospitals in Minas Gerais, with a total of 1357 patients studied. TTR was calculated using the Rosendaal method. Binary logistic regressions were carried out with the study variables, followed by multiple regression with those that were significant for the model, […]

Abstract Background During aging, physiological and behavioral changes occur that lead to the development of diabesity (diabetes + obesity). Hence, the hypothesis that behavioral and health aspects can increase the probability of this outcome is plausible. In this framework, it is essential to carry out health surveys to investigate the factors that increase the probability of diabesity, as this information could be used to help monitor this outcome in the older population more accurately. Objective To verify the factors associated […]

Abstract Background Presystolic waves are often found during Doppler evaluation of the left ventricular outflow tract (LVOT) in hypertensive individuals. LV stiffness and altered LV compliance are potential mechanisms for presystolic waves. Objectives This study’s objective was to examine the relationship between presystolic wave and subclinical left ventricular (LV) impairment in asymptomatic individuals with essential hypertension. Methods This observational research comprised 87 individuals with essential hypertension. All patients had two-dimensional and Doppler echocardiography performed. Based on the existence or absence […]

Abstract Introduction Since more children with congenital heart disease (CHD) are surviving, policy changes are needed to improve their survival and quality of life. Global data and a literature review were systematically analyzed using The Global, Regional, and National Burden of CHDs, Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study, published in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health, which provided estimates of mortality from CHD. Objective To outline studies with CHDs and the concept of burden as a possible contributor to the […]

Abstract Background Shock index (SI) and age shock index (ASI) are less frequently used for assessment of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) among patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), and their reported cut-off points are controversial. Objectives We aimed to define proper cut-off value of these indices for MACE prediction among Iranian patients with STEMI. Methods This study was in the context of the ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Cohort in Isfahan (SEMI-CI) study. SI and ASI were calculated by division […]

Abstract Background Pathologies involving the heart are still the main causes of death, and acute myocardial infarction (AMI) is consistently present in this index. The two-minute walk test (2MWT) is ideal for assessing the functional capacity of this patient. Objective To describe the feasibility of the 2MWT in older people after AMI. Methods This is a cross-sectional study. At hospital discharge, patients were invited to perform the 2MWT. Before starting the test, systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressure (DBP), […]

Abstract Introduction: Metabolic syndrome (MS) and obesity are risk factors for cardiovascular diseases (CVD). However, the development of cardiovascular pathologies in obese individuals without MS is being investigated. Objective: To investigate whether there are similar electrocardiographic (ECG) and echocardiographic changes in individuals with obesity with and without MS. Methodology: A retrospective, descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out with obese patients at a university hospital in Belém, Pará, Brazil. Anthropometric, laboratory, ECG and echocardiographic data were evaluated in both populations. The […]

Abstract Background: Arterial hypertension (AH) is a chronic disease distributed worldwide, and the Angiotensin II receptor type 2 (AGTR2) gene variants are potential DNA markers to study in association with this disease. Objective: This systematic review (SR) aimed to identify single nucleotide variants in the AGTR2 gene as genetic markers associated with AH. Methods: The electronic databases MEDLINE, Web of Science, SCOPUS, Cochrane Central Register, EMBASE, SciELO, and TripDatabase were searched for research up to September 2023. Case-control studies with […]

Abstract Background: Vasovagal syncope (VVS) results in impaired quality of life (QoL). The response during the head-up tilt test (HUTT) influences QoL and recurrence. Objectives: To analyze the influence of the type of HUTT response on QoL in patients with VVS and recurrence of events after the exam. Methods: The SF-36 and Impact of Syncope on Quality of Life (ISQL) questionnaires were applied over 12 months after the HUTT. Unpaired Student’s t test was used for differences between 2 groups […]