Cardiology
From the Journals
Guideline-recommended tests’ prognostic ability affirmed in prostanoid-treated PAH
Test results sorted patients into lower, intermediate, or higher risk for mortality.
Conference Coverage
Short sleep linked to elevated blood pressure
A study examined the association between elevated 24-hour systolic BP and short sleep duration.
Conference Coverage
Two red flags spell trouble ahead in spontaneous coronary artery dissection
MUNICH – New insights emerge from world’s biggest SCAD study.
From the Journals
Expert panel updates guidelines on antithrombotic therapy for AF
The new guidelines highlight 60 key recommendations from the 12-person expert panel.
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U.S. perspective: Euro hypertension guidelines look a lot like ours
Video
New Euro hypertension guidelines target most adults to less than 130/80 mm Hg
Guidance for Practicing Primary Care
Updated AHA recommendations favor nonstatin therapy for cholesterol control
Use of nonstatins has an increasing role as new clinical evidence mounts.
From the Journals
ICYMI: Canakinumab reduced risk of gout attacks
Previous analysis of CANTOS data showed canakinumab shortened the length of gout attacks.
News
Pediatric hypertension linked to troubling MRI changes
The pilot study found evidence of impaired white matter integrity.
Conference Coverage
Years after ALLHAT, alpha-blocker use still common, risky
Study investigators say there are few situations where alpha-blockers are the right prescription.
Daily News Podcast
Physician burnout singes patient safety
And stroke guidelines set a higher thrombectomy bar.