Cardiology
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Continued Caution Needed Combining Nitrates With ED Drugs
Combination of nitrate medications and PDE5i for ED should be done with caution, says study.
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New Insights Into Mortality in Takotsubo Syndrome
Broken heart syndrome linked to mortality similar to MI, according to a new case-controlled analysis.
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Severely Irregular Sleep Patterns and OSA Prompt Increased Odds of Hypertension
Individuals with OSA and severely irregular sleep had double the odds of hypertension.
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Temporary Higher Stroke Rate After TAVR
Patients who receive TAVR may have increased stroke risk for up to 2 years, highest risk within 48 hours.
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Medical Cannabis for Chronic Pain Tied to Arrhythmia Risk
Patients using medical cannabis to control chronic pain may be at increased risk for arrhythmia.
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What’s the Disease Burden From Plastic Exposure?
EDCs can disrupt hormones, increasing risk for cancer, diabetes, reproductive disorders, neurological impairments, and death.
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Study Identifies Cardiovascular Comorbidities Associated With Dermatomyositis
"Our findings are important both for prognosis and clinical care," the authors concluded.
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Delayed Meals Tied to Increased CVD Risk
Eating the first and last meal of the day later can increase cardiovascular disease risk.
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Poor Oral Health Tied to Worse Brain Health
Proper oral care can preserve brain health, according to study.
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A Counterintuitive Approach to Lowering Cholesterol in Children
With parental help, self-generated activity is a skill that can be regained if sedentary behavior is curtailed.
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Sudden Cardiac Deaths Down Among NCAA Athletes
Strategies to reduce sudden cardiac death among competing athletes may be having a positive effect.