Delighted to have undertaken our first renal denervation cases @LHCHFT today. A really useful option for resistant hypertension. With @DrHasleton and @mcd_ben@Medtronic @MedtronicUK
This educational tool written by LHCH Consultant @samsrivastava77 on aortic valve disease, is useful for anyone with an interest in cardiology. It covers current guidance for aortic stenosis/regurgitation & endocarditis, plus current surgical approaches.
https://t.co/AqPysx10lN
Our Community #Cardiology Team have had some amazing feedback over the last month!
❤Based in the heart of the #community at the Family Surgery on Liverpool Road, #Southport.
❤Please speak to your #GP to see if your condition can be dealt with by a referral to our Service.
Analysis of official data suggests that more than 500 people a week are dying from heart disease @guardian https://t.co/itQGe9vOac We have been working with Trusts seeing patients for cardiac investigations. We have more capacity to help @NHSEngland@TheBHF@DrScottMurray
apoC-III a thread...🧵a small apolipoprotein. Present in the circulation on triglyceride rich lipoproteins and HDL. To a lesser extent LDL. The distribution depends upon metabolic status (fed or fasted). The transcription rate is DECREASED by insulin but INCREASED by glucose...🍩
1/ Interesting Comments from NHS CEOs:
One CEO described current rates being paid as "mixed". Massive understatement - we found huge variation of rates being paid including different rates for the same type of work in the same trust and even the same operating theatre #notfair
"Shetland Ponies have Shetland Ponies"
Listen back to Scott Murray explaining how a family history of heart events is a huge red flag, and how Venturi Cardiology is helping patients and the NHS.
https://t.co/Q6JUfCG47E
Great start to #ACC22 this morning. Thanks to @DrScottMurray for showing us one of the big problems with the “image” of prevention. Also how amazing is the impact of cardiac rehab? How can we not put more funding toward this? #CardiacRehab#ASCVDPrevention
Meah et al. summarize the considerations in utilization of Coronary CTA vs. Coronary artery calcium scores to identify individuals at risk for myocardial infarctions.
#yesCCT
https://t.co/fgiluns3Lk
Our very own @CroneyITV is now fighting fit after his heart attack in 2020 but he delayed calling 999. That's why he's backing a lifesaving NHS campaign to spot the early warning signs and take action quickly.
https://t.co/zb1OLNwmZF
Lets use the power of social media to share this important message with colleagues, friends & family as this issue really does matter!
A squeezing across the chest. A feeling of unease. It’s never too early to call 999 and describe your symptoms: https://t.co/33OSZY8DJe
👉Just 10 minutes a day can make a big difference!
In a U.S. cohort study including more than 4800 adults, adding 10 min per day of #physical#activity resulted in an estimated 111 174 preventable deaths per year!
Check here: https://t.co/afqrzobLla
#EAPC_ESC#cardiotwittwer
Giving patients the answers they need quickly is one of the reasons we set up Venturi Cardiology. Thank you so much for the five star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 👍👍 @DrTomHeseltine @DrScottMurray
Meet consultant cardiologist Dr Tom Heseltine https://t.co/W0ILAcq4mm Tom's research has allowed him to develop specific knowledge of the physiology of energy storage & metabolism. Book a consultation with Tom today https://t.co/0KVAKbhOzN
Venturi is a one-stop-shop for all your cardiology & respiratory investigations. You can have a consultation, ECG, echo, CAC or CTCA & follow on management plan all within 2 hours. Book a consultation today https://t.co/0KVAKbhOzN @DrScottMurray@DrHasleton