Arrhythmias & EP
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Early rhythm control improves cardiovascular outcomes in AFib patients regardless of stroke risk
The findings of a new study broaden support for early rhythm control.
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Rivaroxaban outmatched by VKAs for AFib in rheumatic heart disease
A striking and unexpected reduction in death with the use of predominantly warfarin was just one of the many surprises delivered by the INVICTUS...
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DANCAVAS misses primary endpoint but hints at benefit from comprehensive CV screening
Comprehensive cardiovascular screening fell short of significantly reducing all-cause mortality in men aged 65-74, but some benefits were seen.
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PCI fails to beat OMT in ischemic cardiomyopathy: REVIVED-BCIS2
The surprising results of REVIVED-BCIS2 are likely to leave in place current guidelines for heart failure and revascularization.
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In blinded trial, artificial intelligence beats sonographers for echo accuracy
In a blinded trial, artificial intelligence provided a more consistent reading of echocardiograms than sonographers.
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Vintage drug atop IV loop diuretics boosts decongestion in ADHF: ADVOR
Adding the IV drug to loop diuretics in the ADVOR trial improved decongestion success in volume-overloaded patients with acute decompensated heart...
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Cannabis for pain linked to slight risk for arrhythmia
Results of a case-control study showed a small increase in various arrhythmias in chronic pain patients given a medical cannabis prescription,...
From the Journals
Early menopause linked with increased risk of heart problems
A study of more than 1.4 million women revealed that the younger the age at menopause, the higher the risk of heart failure and atrial...
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Low-dose edoxaban curbs stroke risk in elderly with AF, despite frailty
A subanalysis of ELDERCARE-AF suggests a very low 15-mg dose of edoxaban safely reduces stroke and systemic embolism in elderly patients with AF...
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Barcelona beckons for first hybrid ESC Congress
Cardiologists have an in-person option again, with a full slate of sessions ahead for the 70th European Society of Cardiology Congress.
From the Journals
Atrial cardiopathy linked to 35% higher dementia risk
Older adults with atrial cardiopathy may have up to 35% higher risk for dementia even before symptoms develop.