Cardiology

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

@AAMC_MCAT I've been on for 2 hours now!😭 Is anyone else experiencing this? SOS

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

Great post Alicia! The prevalence of #myocardial #infarction (MI) misclassifications is higher among women than men. The following article suggests that in the UK women have a 50% higher chance of being misdiagnosed for MI compared to men:
https://t.co/re8ZIDnAQ2
#biom4180

[alicia_cardio @AliciaCardio]

Interesting research on the prevalence of misclassification of myocardial injury as myocardial infarction. This research found that 42% of the myocardial infarction cases were actually myocardial injury. Read more below! #biom4180 https://t.co/cuFQxGQcM1

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

One of the main causes of left #ventricular disfunction is #alcoholic #cardiomyopathy. Which clinical characteristics can be utilized for the best prognostic information? The following study suggests effective clinical markers:
https://t.co/tkeRVT8OZX
#biom4180

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

Thinking about sacrificing some #sleep in order to accomplish those unfinished tasks? Think again! Limited sleep can have long-term #cardiovascular implications such as raising blood pressure, impacting blood sugar control and more. Read more:
https://t.co/FV0eZKX0kN
#biom4180

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

#Atrial septal wall defects, such as a patent foramen ovale, can have profound impacts on the function of the heart. There have been many advancements in percutaneous repairs of atrial defects over the past 20 years. Read more here:
https://t.co/RUdlNZcCWF
#biom4180

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

All-cause 30-day mortality can be predicted utilizing the innovative Barthel Index Scores in acute heart failure patients. Could this potentially become a standard for certain #HF patients entering the emergency department? Read more here:
#biom4180
https://t.co/ksd3plLiME

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

Great post! I found the following article that suggests that women need to be more represented in #heartfailure clinical studies in order to make more statistically accurate conclusions about sex. Do you think this impacts your posted study? #biom4180 https://t.co/ZHUdh4L20s

[Jade Marrow, PhD @jade_marrow96]

Summary highlighting what the data has to say about sex-specific risk factors in HF. #biom4180

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

Approximately 20-50% of patients with prolonged elevation of #eosinophil numbers have cardiac complications such as dilated #cardiomyopathy (DCM). Pre-clinical studies suggest eosinophil-deficient mice have protection against DCM.
https://t.co/UcfPFuTdVW
#biom4180 #immunesystem

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

Can anti-inflammatory medications serve as a preventative medicine for those suffering #heartfailure (HF)? The following article states that IL-3 targeted therapy with the inhibitor canakinumab may have a role with HF.
https://t.co/dRAwczN0JL
#biom4180

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

Can a psychological assessment assist with the prognosis of #Takotsubo #cardiomyopathy (TCM)? The following article suggests that a psychological psychological assessment can reveal predisposing factors of TCM.
https://t.co/ty6Q1PSrBg …
#biom4180 #brokenheart #cardiology

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

Scientists found an association with moderate or severe #sleep #apnea and resistant hypertension. This contributes to past research indicating that overnight #hypoxemia may contribute to #cardiovascular and metabolic consequences.
https://t.co/6zMMu8rTHP
#biom4180

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

Can those treated with #psoriasis medications have improved #coronary artery plaque characteristics? The following article suggests a potential correlation. How will can this understanding enhance the treatment of #atherosclerosis? Read more:
https://t.co/Y2bIY9Wgc3
#biom4180

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

1/3 of patients with 2nd or 3rd #atrioventricular blocks receiving right ventricular pacing have new onset of #HF after a follow up after 9 years. Conventional right ventricular pacing may cause #HF. Is biventricular pacing more effective? Read more here:
https://t.co/N0vWVhNg2p

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

@CoolCardiology Interesting post! It makes us consider how pre-modern life was affected by heart disease. The following article suggests that chronic cooking fire exposure may have been a contributing factor. #biom4180 #mummies #heartdisease
https://t.co/bCvnVv8Vz0

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

@kassondology Great post! I found this article elaborating on how #AI beats doctors at predicting heart disease related mortalities. I wonder how this can revolutionize health care. Look forward to future advances! #biom4180
https://t.co/ov9BOQBOtL

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

Premature ventricular contractions, ventricular #tachycardia and ventricular #fibrillation can orginate in specific areas in cardiac tissue such as the moderator band. #Echocardiography and #ablation combined can serve as effective treatments.
https://t.co/OFH28W2wZ0
#biom4180

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

Prenatal analysis of cardiac structure and function using #echocardiography. It can provide opportunity for medical intervention to reduce postnatal mortality. Read more about prenatal screening for congenital heart disease:
https://t.co/rOBhsIOKMA
#biom4180

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

Are you concerned about having limited access to health monitoring devices outside of the hospital walls? Portable #ECGs can help you understand if you are in a crisis and connect you with professionals. Read more about current technology:
https://t.co/Hv4SHghWYl …
#biom4180

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

Can risk of #stroke among atrial #fibrillation patients vary among those taking a lower dose vs a standard dose of #anticoagulants? According to Healio, the dosage regimen can increase the risk of stroke, myocardial #infarction and even death.
https://t.co/5GEMSol7IZ
#biom4180

[Cardiology @CardiologyLove]

Can the lymphatics play a physiological role in cardiac health and cardiovascular pathologies? Nature reviews how cardiac lymphangiogenesis after myocardial infarction can help promote recovery.
https://t.co/7MNxlHwcm6
#biom4180 #lymphatics #infarction