6 juin

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  From remnant cholesterol to lipoprotein(a) – emerging risk factors for cardiovascular diseases beyond low density lipoprotein - Mukherjee, Debabrata; Mikhailidis, Dimitri P. Current Opin Cardiol
  No abstract available -- LIPIDS AND EMERGING RISK FACTORS: Edited by Dimitri Mikhailidis and Debabrata Mukherjee
• 07:00
  Editorial introductions Current Opin Cardiol
  No abstract available -- EDITORIAL INTRODUCTIONS

10 mai

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and competitive sports: let ‘em play? - Masilamani, Mats Steffi Jennifer; Cannon, Bryan Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is one of the most common cardiovascular genetic conditions. Although most patients with HCM typically do well clinically, there is a small but real incidence of sudden cardiac death. A diagnosis of HCM was previously a reason for complete (…) -- PEDIATRICS: Edited by Mitchell Cohen

24 avril

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Myocarditis in children 2024, new themes and continued questions - Goldberg, Jason F.; Spinner, Joseph A.; Soslow, Jonathan H. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review While pediatric myocarditis incidence has increased since the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, there remain questions regarding diagnosis, risk stratification, and optimal therapy. This review highlights recent publications and continued unanswered questions (…) -- PEDIATRICS: Edited by Mitchell Cohen

19 avril

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Genetic aortopathies: a case-based approach to multidisciplinary program development - Jordan, Christopher P.; Berthold, Akos; Bonomo, Jason Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The incorporation of genetic counseling and testing is essential to evaluation and management of thoracic aortic disease in patients under 60 years of age and those with family histories suspicious for heritable thoracic aortic disease and disorders associated with increased (…) -- PEDIATRICS: Edited by Mitchell Cohen

16 avril

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Recent advances in multimodal imaging in tetralogy of fallot and double outlet right ventricle - Singh, Aakansha Ajay Vir; Yoo, Shi-Joon; Seed, Mike; Lam, Christopher Z.; Valverde, Israel Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review In the ever-evolving field of medical imaging, this review highlights significant advancements in preoperative and postoperative imaging for Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) and double outlet right ventricle (DORV) over the past 18 months. Recent findings This review showcases (…) -- PEDIATRICS: Edited by Mitchell Cohen

8 avril

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Closing the care gap: combining enhanced recovery with minimally invasive valve surgery - Gregory, Alexander J.; Kent, William D.T.; Adams, Corey; Arora, Rakesh C. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Patients with advanced age and frailty require interventions for structural heart disease at an increasing rate. These patients typically experience higher rates of postoperative morbidity, mortality and prolonged hospital length of stay, loss of independence as well as (…) -- SPECIAL COMMENTARY
• 07:00
  Mitral annular disjunction and mitral valve prolapse extrapolating adult data to an adolescent cohort? - Cohen, Mitchell I.; Atkins, Melany B.; Jordan, Christopher P. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The aim of this study is to provide an update on mitral valve prolapse (MVP) and mitral annular disjunction (MAD) and who may be at risk for ventricular arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death. Recent findings MVP is generally considered a benign condition. However, a small subset (…) -- PEDIATRICS: Edited by Mitchell Cohen

5 avril

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Epigenetic regulation of heart failure - Deogharia, Manisha; Gurha, Priyatansh Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The studies on chromatin-modifying enzymes and how they respond to different stimuli within the cell have revolutionized our understanding of epigenetics. In this review, we provide an overview of the recent studies on epigenetic mechanisms implicated in heart failure. Recent (…) -- SPECIAL COMMENTARY

4 avril

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Editorial introductions Current Opin Cardiol
  No abstract available -- EDITORIAL INTRODUCTIONS
• 07:00
  Editorial: Gene-based renaming of human diseases - Marian, Ali J. Current Opin Cardiol
  No abstract available -- MOLECULAR GENETICS: Edited by Ali J. Marian

3 avril

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Controversies related to renal artery denervation and devices - Agwuegbo, Chibuike Charles; Antia, Akanimo Usen; Shamaki, Garba Rimamskep; Bob-Manuel, Tamunoinemi Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review This review article discusses the controversies, strengths, and limitations of the current literature on renal artery denervation in the management of resistant hypertension, as well as the future directions of this intervention. Recent findings There have been conflicting data (…) -- HYPERTENSION: Edited by Hector Ventura and Carl Lavie

27 mars

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 06:00
  Management of hypertension in heart transplant recipients: an ongoing conundrum - Torres, Juan Duarte; Krim, Selim R. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Hypertension remains one of the most common clinical problems leading to significant posttransplant complications. This study reviews the pathophysiology of hypertension in the postcardiac transplant phase and provides an update on currently available antihypertensive therapies (…) -- HYPERTENSION: Edited by Hector Ventura and Carl Lavie

26 mars

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 06:00
  High reliability pediatric heart centers: Always working toward getting better - Torzone, Andrea; Birely, Alexandra Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The purpose of this review is to examine high reliability through the lens of a contemporary pediatric heart center, noting that continuous improvement, rather than perfection, should be embraced. Aiming to elevate topics with lesser attention, this review elaborates on key (…) -- PEDIATRICS: Edited by Mitchell Cohen
• 06:00
  Recent updates on therapeutic targeting of lipoprotein(a) with RNA interference - Sekhar, Aravind; Kuttan, Ashani; Lange, Richard A. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review RNA interference (RNAi)-based therapies that target specific gene products have impacted clinical medicine with 16 FDA approved drugs. RNAi therapy focused on reducing plasma lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] levels are under evaluation. Recent findings RNAi-based therapies have made (…) -- LIPIDS AND EMERGING RISK FACTORS: Edited by Dimitri Mikhailidis and Debabrata Mukherjee

20 mars

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 06:00
  Bad behavior in healthcare: an insidious threat to patients, staff, and organizations - Crowe, Liz; Riley, Christine M. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review ‘Bad’ or unprofessional behavior (UPB) destroys communication, teamwork, and professional wellbeing, presenting a significant threat to patients and staff. Understanding what constitutes ‘bad’ or UPB and creating broad accountability for its cessation is imperative to (…) -- PEDIATRICS: Edited by Mitchell Cohen

13 mars

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 06:00
  Integration of palliative care across the spectrum of heart failure care and therapies: considerations, contemporary data, and challenges - Chuzi, Sarah; Manning, Katharine Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Heart failure (HF) is characterized by significant symptoms, compromised quality of life, frequent hospital admissions, and high mortality, and is therefore well suited to palliative care (PC) intervention. This review elaborates the current PC needs of patients with HF (...) -- CARDIAC FAILURE: Edited by Gene Kim and Bhavadharini Ramu
• 06:00
  Genetic causes of lymphatic disorders: recent updates on the clinical and molecular aspects of lymphatic disease - Bowman, Catharine; Rockson, Stanley G. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The lymphatic system facilitates several key functions that limit significant morbidity and mortality. Despite the impact and burden of lymphatic disorders, there are many remaining disorders whose genetic substrate remains unknown. The purpose of this review is to provide an (...) -- MOLECULAR GENETICS: Edited by Ali J. Marian

11 mars

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 06:00
  Leaders need to look in the mirror - Koch, Josh Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review There is commonly a discrepancy between optimal physician leader behavior and actual physician leader behavior. Identifying and addressing this discrepancy is essential to optimize culture in high-risk care units. Recent findings Unit culture is directly linked to improving (…) -- PEDIATRICS: Edited by Mitchell Cohen
• 06:00
  Pemafibrate and other triglyceride-lowering therapies to reduce risk of cardiovascular and metabolic disease - Miller, Michael Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Although high triglycerides are consistently associated with elevated risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), therapies that reduce triglyceride levels have inconsistently translated into reduced CVD risk. Recent findings To date, three clinical trials have tested (…) -- LIPIDS AND EMERGING RISK FACTORS: Edited by Dimitri Mikhailidis and Debabrata Mukherjee
• 06:00
  Implementation of remote monitoring strategies to improve chronic heart failure management - Chau, Vinh Q.; Imamura, Teruhiko; Narang, Nikhil Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The goal of this review is to describe the current evidence available for remote monitoring devices available for patients with chronic heart failure, and also detail practical clinical recommendations for implementing these tools in daily clinical practice. Recent findings (...) -- CARDIAC FAILURE: Edited by Gene Kim and Bhavadharini Ramu

8 mars

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Predictive utility of remnant cholesterol in atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease - Proctor, Spencer D.; Wang, Maggie; Vine, Donna F.; Raggi, Paolo Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Remnant cholesterol (RC) is the cholesterol carried in lipoproteins derived from the catabolism of chylomicrons and very low-density lipoproteins. Evidence supporting the causal relationship of RC with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASVD) is accumulating rapidly. The (…) -- LIPIDS AND EMERGING RISK FACTORS: Edited by Dimitri Mikhailidis and Debabrata Mukherjee

4 mars

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Effects of bempedoic acid on markers of inflammation and Lp(a) - Reddy, Sukhila; Deoker, Abhizith Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review To study the effect of bempedoic acid on markers of inflammation and lipoprotein (a) to help determine if the drug would be useful to treat patients with elevated cardiovascular risks and residual cardiovascular risk despite optimal low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) (…) -- LIPIDS AND EMERGING RISK FACTORS: Edited by Dimitri Mikhailidis and Debabrata Mukherjee
• 07:00
  Resistant hypertension - Shariati, Farnoosh; Tandan, Nitin; Lavie, Carl J. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Resistant hypertension (RH) is characterized by persistently elevated blood pressure despite the concurrent use of three antihypertensive medications, including a diuretic, at optimal doses. This clinical phenomenon poses a significant burden on healthcare systems worldwide due (…) -- HYPERTENSION: Edited by Hector Ventura and Carl Lavie
• 07:00
  Prevention and treatment of hypertensive left ventricular hypertrophy - Tatavarthy, Manvita; Stathopoulos, John; Oktay, Ahmet Af?in Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Left ventricular (LV) hypertrophy (LVH) is a well recognized target organ adaptation to longstanding uncontrolled hypertension and other cardiovascular risk factors. It is also a strong and independent predictor of many cardiovascular disorders. Recent findings This focused (…) -- HYPERTENSION: Edited by Hector Ventura and Carl Lavie

29 février

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Clinical impact of genetic testing for lipid disorders - Muzurovi?, Emir; Borozan, Sanja; Rizzo, Manfredi Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Genetic testing is increasingly becoming a common consideration in the clinical approach of dyslipidemia patients. Advances in research in last decade and increased recognition of genetics in biological pathways modulating blood lipid levels created a gap between theoretical (...) -- MOLECULAR GENETICS: Edited by Ali J. Marian

23 février

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Double outlet right ventricle – the 50% rule has always been about the conus - Josowitz, Rebecca; Rogers, Lindsay S. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review There has been much variability in the definition of double outlet right ventricle (DORV) spanning the last century. Historically, emphasis has been placed on the assignment of the great arteries to the right ventricle as a definition of DORV. In this review, we aim to (…) -- PEDIATRICS: Edited by Mitchell Cohen
• 07:00
  Updates in the management of cancer therapy-related hypertension - Gupta, Prerna; Canonico, Mario Enrico; Faaborg-Andersen, Christian; Prabhu, Nicole; Kondapalli, Lavanya; Quintana, Raymundo A. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review To provide a comprehensive review of hypertension among patients with cancer. Several cancer therapies cause hypertension which has resulted in a growing and vulnerable population of patients with difficult to control hypertension which has significant downstream effects. (…) -- HYPERTENSION: Edited by Hector Ventura and Carl Lavie
• 07:00
  A deep dive into the percutaneous mitral valve data - Tagliari, Ana Paula; Saadi, Rodrigo Petersen; Tang, Gilbert H.L. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review This review offers insights into percutaneous mitral valve management, emphasizing pivotal trials that contributed to its evolution. Recent findings Mitral regurgitation (MR) is a highly prevalent heart valve disease, with surgical intervention being the gold standard for (...) -- SPECIAL COMMENTARY
• 07:00
  Cardiac rehabilitation for heart failure: progress and gaps in evidence and policy - Ngo-Hamilton, Alfred; Agakishiev, Dzhalal; Maharaj, Valmiki Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review This review synthesizes recent research on the efficacy, optimal design, and delivery methods of cardiac rehabilitation tailored to heart failure patients. Despite established benefits, cardiac rehabilitation referral and access disparities persist, necessitating elucidation (...) -- CARDIAC FAILURE: Edited by Gene Kim and Bhavadharini Ramu

21 février

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Short and long-term complications of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy: lifelong cardiovascular risks we cannot ignore - Saxon, Cara E.; Bast, Julia; Chou, Josephine C. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) pose a significant threat to maternal cardiovascular health, with emerging research shedding light on the enduring risks beyond the gestational period. This review highlights updates regarding cardiovascular risks associated with HDP (…) -- HYPERTENSION: Edited by Hector Ventura and Carl Lavie
• 07:00
  The role of genetic testing in Marfan syndrome - Monda, Emanuele; Caiazza, Martina; Limongelli, Giuseppe Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review This review aims to delineate the genetic basis of Marfan syndrome (MFS) and underscore the pivotal role of genetic testing in the diagnosis, differential diagnosis, genotype–phenotype correlations, and overall disease management. Recent findings The identification of (...) -- MOLECULAR GENETICS: Edited by Ali J. Marian
• 07:00
  Metabolic basis of cardiac dysfunction in cancer patients - Figueiredo, Jane C.; Bhowmick, Neil Adri; Karlstaedt, Anja Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The relationship between metabolism and cardiovascular diseases is complex and bidirectional. Cardiac cells must adapt metabolic pathways to meet biosynthetic demands and energy requirements to maintain contractile function. During cancer, this homeostasis is challenged by (...) -- MOLECULAR GENETICS: Edited by Ali J. Marian

19 février

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Sleep-disordered breathing in heart failure - Jackson, Gregory R.; Durland, Justin; Hoyland, Frank Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review This review addresses the evolving intersection of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) and heart failure, a topic of increasing clinical significance due to the high prevalence of SDB in heart failure patients and its impact on morbidity and mortality. It reflects recent (...) -- CARDIAC FAILURE: Edited by Gene Kim and Bhavadharini Ramu

16 février

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Decongestion (instead of ultrafiltration?) - Schuermans, Art; Verbrugge, Frederik H. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review To summarize the contemporary evidence on decongestion strategies in patients with acute heart failure (AHF). Recent findings While loop diuretic therapy has remained the backbone of decongestive treatment in AHF, multiple randomized clinical trials suggest that early (...) -- CARDIAC FAILURE: Edited by Gene Kim and Bhavadharini Ramu

14 février

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Intravenous iron in patients with iron deficiency and heart failure: a review of modern evidence - Gale, Stormi E.; Willeford, Andrew; Sandquist, Katherine; Watson, Kristin Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Iron deficiency is common in patients with heart failure, affecting up to half of ambulatory patients and an even greater percentage of patients admitted for acute decompensation. Iron deficiency in this population is also associated with poor outcomes, including worse (...) -- CARDIAC FAILURE: Edited by Gene Kim and Bhavadharini Ramu

8 février

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Editorial introductions Current Opin Cardiol
  No abstract available -- EDITORIAL INTRODUCTIONS

2 février

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Simulating mitral repair: lessons learned - White, Abigail; Zarzycki, Anna; Bisleri, Gianluigi Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review With the growing complexity of cardiac surgical cases, increased focus on patient safety, and minimally invasive techniques, simulation-based training has experienced a renaissance. This review highlights important elements of simulation-based training, focusing specifically (...) -- VALVULAR HEART DISEASE: Edited by Subodh Verma and Bobby Yanagawa

31 janvier

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Beyond Weight Loss: the Emerging Role of Incretin-Based Treatments in Cardiometabolic HFpEF - Capone, Federico; Nambiar, Natasha; Schiattarella, Gabriele G. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Incretin-based drugs are potent weight-lowering agents, emerging as potential breakthrough therapy for the treatment of obesity-related phenotype of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). In this review article, we will discuss the contribution of weight loss (...) -- MOLECULAR GENETICS: Edited by Ali J. Marian

25 janvier

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Obesity/cardiometabolic phenotype of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction: mechanisms to recent trials - Verma, Raj; Dhingra, Nitish K.; Connelly, Kim A. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is a leading and growing cause of morbidity and mortality globally. Of the various phenotypes identified, the obesity (or cardiometabolic) phenotype appears to be most common. The purpose of this review is to provide the (...) -- VALVULAR HEART DISEASE: Edited by Subodh Verma and Bobby Yanagawa

26 décembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  A review of the contemporary use of inotropes in patients with heart failure - Neicheril, Radhika; Snipelisky, David Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The role of inotropes has evolved with its use now expanding over multiple indications including cardiogenic shock, low cardiac output states, bridging therapy to transplant or mechanical support, and palliative care. There remains no consensus as to the recommended inotrope (...) -- HEART FAILURE: Edited by Jerry Estep

20 décembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Wellness and burnout in cardiac surgery: not black and white - Izumi, Aliya; Nwakoby, Akachukwu; Verma, Raj; Yanagawa, Bobby Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Despite a growing emphasis on burnout in medicine, there remains a paucity of data in cardiac surgery. Herein, we summarize recent data on cardiac surgeon well being and identify factors for consideration in future burnout inquiries and management. Recent findings Overall, (...) -- VALVULAR HEART DISEASE: Edited by Subodh Verma and Bobby Yanagawa

18 décembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Worsening heart failure: a concept in evolution - Puthenpura, Max; Wilcox, Jennifer; Tang, W.H. Wilson Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Worsening heart failure (WHF) has developed as a unique definition within heart failure (HF) in recent years. It captures the disease as a dynamic process. This review describes what is currently known about WHF, why it should be considered a discrete scientific endpoint, and (...) -- HEART FAILURE: Edited by Jerry Estep
• 07:00
  Heart transplant donation after circulatory death: current status and implications - Fedson, Savitri Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The use of cardiac transplantation following circulatory death (DCD) has been limited worldwide. Concerns about cardiac function after warm ischemia and the potential for decreased graft function have been important considerations in this hesitancy. In addition, ethical and (...) -- HEART FAILURE: Edited by Jerry Estep
• 07:00
  A comprehensive overview of surgical and transcatheter therapies to treat tricuspid regurgitation in patients with heart failure - Chen, Vincent; Altisent, Omar Abdul-Jawad; Puri, Rishi Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The unique pathophysiologic considerations of severe tricuspid regurgitation (TR) have led to advancements in surgical and transcatheter treatments. The purpose of this review is to highlight the current surgical and transcatheter tricuspid valve interventions (TTVI) to (...) -- HEART FAILURE: Edited by Jerry Estep

7 décembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Editorial introductions Current Opin Cardiol
  No abstract available -- EDITORIAL INTRODUCTIONS

6 décembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Considerations & challenges of mitral valve repair in females: diagnosis, pathology, and intervention - Deng, Mimi Xiaoming; Barodi, Batol; Elbatarny, Malak; Yau, Terrence M. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Disparities in mitral valve (MV) repair outcomes exist between men and women. This review highlights sex-specific differences in MV disease aetiology, diagnosis, as well as timing and type of intervention. Recent findings Females present with more complicated disease: (...) -- VALVULAR HEART DISEASE: Edited by Subodh Verma and Bobby Yanagawa

29 novembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Which lesions are not amenable to tricuspid clipping? - Bakar, Shahrukh N.; Fam, Neil P. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Tricuspid transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (T-TEER) has emerged as a well tolerated and effective therapeutic option for many patients with symptomatic severe tricuspid regurgitation at prohibitive surgical risk. However, there remain several important limitations to (...) -- VALVULAR HEART DISEASE: Edited by Subodh Verma and Bobby Yanagawa

7 novembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  2023 Update on equity, diversity, and inclusion in Canadian cardiac surgery - Elfaki, Lina A.; Groenewoud, Rosalind; Nwakoby, Akachukwu; Zubair, Areeba; Verma, Raj; Yanagawa, Bobby Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Despite efforts to diversify the medical field, cardiac surgery remains amongst the least diverse specialties. Specifically, the percentage of women and racial minorities has remained low in past few decades. This may impact prospective trainee recruitment and surgical care. (...) -- SPECIAL COMMENTARY

6 novembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol and apolipoprotein B for cardiovascular care - Bilgic, Selin; Sniderman, Allan D. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Some experts and consensus groups continue to argue that apolipoprotein B (apoB) should not be introduced broadly into clinical care. But, too often, the present approach to clinical care is not succeeding. An important reason for this failure, we believe, is that the (...) -- PREVENTION: Edited by Martin Bødtker Mortensen

3 novembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 06:00
  Cardiovascular disease prevention in women – the current state in 2023 - Purohit, Aarti; Kim, Yoo Jin; Michos, Erin D. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality for women globally. The purpose of this review is to provide an updated overview of CVD prevention in women, focusing on what is currently understood about female-specific or female-predominant (...) -- PREVENTION: Edited by Martin Bødtker Mortensen
• 06:00
  Measuring lipoprotein(a) for cardiovascular disease prevention – in whom and when? - Thomas, Peter E.; Vedel-Krogh, Signe; Nordestgaard, Børge G. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The aim of this study is to summarize major cardiovascular guideline recommendations on lipoprotein(a) and highlighting recent findings that emphasize how measuring lipoprotein(a) once in all adults is meaningful regardless of age, sex, comorbidities, or ethnicity. Recent (...) -- PREVENTION: Edited by Martin Bødtker Mortensen

2 novembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 06:00
  Salt restriction for treatment of hypertension – current state and future directions - Nolan, Philip; McEvoy, John W. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Given the adverse effects of excess dietary sodium chloride (also known as table salt) on blood pressure (BP) and cardiovascular disease (CVD), restriction of dietary sodium is recommended by numerous guidelines. The strictest of these recommend no more than 1.5 g/day of (...) -- PREVENTION: Edited by Martin Bødtker Mortensen

20 octobre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Left atrial appendage closure: the journey today and tomorrow - Lu, Marvin Louis Roy; De Lurgio, David Bowers Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review This review aims to discuss the rationale behind the development of percutaneous LAAC devices as a treatment option for atrial fibrillation patients ineligible for long-term anticoagulation. The evolution of LAAC, from early experiences and challenges to risk mitigation and (...) -- ARRHYTHMIAS: Edited by Wilber Su

9 octobre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Radiofrequency lesion formation prediction with contact force versus local impedance - Issa, Ziad F. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Safe and effective radiofrequency (RF) myocardial ablation requires real-time monitoring of lesion formation. Here, we review conventional and novel approaches proposed to guide titration of RF energy application. Recent findings Conventional monitoring modalities, such as (...) -- ARRHYTHMIAS: Edited by Wilber Su

5 octobre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Editorial introductions Current Opin Cardiol
  No abstract available -- EDITORIAL INTRODUCTIONS
• 07:00
  Introduction to the coronary artery surgery section - Ruel, Marc; Roberts, Robert Current Opin Cardiol
  No abstract available -- CORONARY ARTERY SURGERY: Edited by Marc Ruel

25 septembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Impact of PCSK9 inhibitors on coronary atheroma phenotype following myocardial infarction: insights from intravascular imaging - Abrahams, Timothy; Fujino, Masashi; Nelson, Adam J.; Nicholls, Stephen J. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The aim of this study was to review the impact of combination lipid lowering with statins and proprotein convertase subtilisin kexin type 9 (PCSK9) inhibitors on coronary atherosclerosis using serial intravascular imaging. Recent findings Early studies using intravascular (...) -- ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE: Edited by Peter H. Stone

21 septembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Advances in cardiac pacing with leadless pacemakers and conduction system pacing - Somani, Sulaiman; Rogers, Albert J. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The field of cardiac pacing has undergone significant evolution with the introduction and adoption of conduction system pacing (CSP) and leadless pacemakers (LLPMs). These innovations provide benefits over conventional pacing methods including avoiding lead related (...) -- ARRHYTHMIAS: Edited by Wilber Su
• 07:00
  Antiplatelet therapy around CABG: the latest evidence - Sandner, Sigrid; Redfors, Björn; Gaudino, Mario Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The optimal antiplatelet strategy in patients after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery is unclear. We review the evidence on the efficacy and safety of DAPT after CABG and discuss potential novel antiplatelet strategies that reduce the risk of bleeding without loss (...) -- CORONARY ARTERY SURGERY: Edited by Marc Ruel
• 07:00
  The evolving role of cardiopulmonary exercise testing in ischemic heart disease – state of the art review - Chaudhry, Sundeep; Kumar, Naresh; Arena, Ross; Verma, Subodh Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) is the gold standard for directly assessing cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and has a relatively new and evolving role in evaluating atherosclerotic heart disease, particularly in detecting cardiac dysfunction caused by ischemic heart (...) -- SPECIAL COMMENTARY

18 septembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Reconsideration of the definition of blanking period and significance of early recurrences after catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation - Wen, Songnan; Liao, Yu; Khurana, Tejas S.; Bai, Rong Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Early recurrence of atrial tachyarrhythmia (ERAT) during blanking period (BP) is not uncommon after catheter ablation of AF. Current guidelines and consensus statements recommend conservative treatment of ERAT. This review summarized recent studies, underlying mechanism and (...) -- ARRHYTHMIAS: Edited by Wilber Su
• 07:00
  Coronary artery bypass grafting in left ventricular dysfunction: when and how - Iacona, Gabriele M.; Bakhos, Jules J.; Tong, Michael Z.; Bakaeen, Faisal G. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The surgical management of patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) with low ejection fraction presents unique challenges that require meticulous attention to details and good surgical technique and judgement. This review details the latest evidence and best (...) -- CORONARY ARTERY SURGERY: Edited by Marc Ruel

11 septembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

• 07:00
  Perspectives on pulsed field ablation: how to judge endpoints - Anglesio, Valeria; Verma, Atul Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review This review highlights pulse field ablation's (PFA) significance in treating atrial fibrillation. PFA uses short-pulsed electrical fields, offering safety advantages over thermal methods. Multicenter studies’ findings on PFA's safety, efficiency, and efficacy, compared with (...) -- ARRHYTHMIAS: Edited by Wilber Su

7 septembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  Neurologic impact of atrial fibrillation - Feldman, Daniel R.; Zeitler, Emily P. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Cognitive dysfunction is a complex condition that is becoming increasingly more prevalent. There has been growing acknowledgement that individuals with atrial fibrillation are at an increased risk of cognitive dysfunction beyond the association of age with both disorders. The (...) -- ARRHYTHMIAS: Edited by Wilber Su

5 septembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  Disparity issues in coronary artery surgery - Dahle, Gry Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Coronary artery disease is the third leading cause of mortality worldwide. Coronary artery surgery is an important treatment option. Certain groups such as people of color, those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds and women tend to have lower rates of receiving the surgery (...) -- CORONARY ARTERY SURGERY: Edited by Marc Ruel

1er septembre

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  Editorial introductions Current Opin Cardiol
  No abstract available -- EDITORIAL INTRODUCTIONS

30 août

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  Vascular regenerative cells in cardiometabolic disease - Bakbak, Ehab; Krishnaraj, Aishwarya; Park, Brady; Verma, Subodh; Hess, David A. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review This review will provide an overview of the recent literature linking the pathophysiology of cardiometabolic disease with the depletion and dysfunction of circulating vascular regenerative (VR) cell content. Moreover, we provide rationale for the use of VR cells as a (...) -- SPECIAL COMMENTARY

28 août

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  The plaque hypothesis: understanding mechanisms of plaque progression and destabilization, and implications for clinical management - Ahmed, Mona E.; Hakim, Diaa; Stone, Peter H. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Major adverse cardiac events (MACE) typically arise from nonflow-limiting coronary artery disease and not from flow-limiting obstructions that cause ischemia. This review elaborates the current understanding of the mechanism(s) for plaque development, progression, and (...) -- ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE: Edited by Peter H. Stone
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  Coronary microvascular dysfunction and heart failure with preserved ejection fraction: what are the mechanistic links? - Sinha, Aish; Rahman, Haseeb; Perera, Divaka Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) accounts for half of all heart failure presentations and is associated with a dismal prognosis. HFpEF is an umbrella term that constitutes several distinct pathophysiological entities. Coronary microvascular dysfunction (...) -- ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE: Edited by Peter H. Stone

24 août

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  Preoperative optimization and rapid discharge after coronary artery bypass grafting - Ponnambalam, Menaka; Alex, Rozen M. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review This review discusses current guidelines and evidence-based care for the preoperative optimization of patients who are undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and for enabling rapid discharge after surgery. Recent findings Since the Enhanced Recovery After Cardiac (...) -- CORONARY ARTERY SURGERY: Edited by Marc Ruel
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  Designing the coronary artery bypass surgery operation of the future - Ruel, Marc Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review This article discusses current shortcomings in coronary artery bypass surgery and ways to overcome them. Recent findings Minimally invasive coronary bypass surgery, robotic coronary bypass, and hybrid approaches aim to avoid sternotomy, employ arterial grafts, and minimize (...) -- CORONARY ARTERY SURGERY: Edited by Marc Ruel
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  Coronary artery calcium and sudden cardiac death: current evidence and future directions - Razavi, Alexander C.; Whelton, Seamus P.; Blumenthal, Roger S.; Sperling, Laurence S.; Blaha, Michael J.; Dzaye, Omar Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review To provide a summary of the current evidence and highlight future directions regarding coronary artery calcium (CAC) and risk of sudden cardiac death (SCD). Recent findings Although up to 80% of all SCD is attributed to coronary heart disease (CHD), the subclinical (...) -- ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE: Edited by Peter H. Stone

21 août

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  Glucagon-like peptide-1/glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide receptor co-agonists for cardioprotection, type 2 diabetes and obesity: a review of mechanisms and clinical data - Goldenberg, Ronald M.; Teoh, Hwee; Verma, Subodh Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) are approved for the management of type 2 diabetes (T2D) and obesity, and some are recommended for cardiorenal risk reduction in T2D. To enhance the benefits with GLP-RA mono-agonist therapy, GLP-1/glucose-dependent (...) -- SPECIAL COMMENTARY

17 août

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  Transfusion thresholds in acute coronary syndromes - Mistry, Nikhil; Jiang, Helen; Chin, Kyle; Hare, Gregory M.T.; Verma, Subodh; Mazer, C. David Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Anemia is prevalent in patients with acute coronary syndromes. In this setting, there is uncertainty and controversy surrounding the optimal transfusion strategy for managing anemia. The goal of this review is to summarize the current clinical evidence, guidelines, and future (...) -- SPECIAL COMMENTARY

1er août

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  Clinical considerations and pathophysiological associations among obesity, weight loss, heart failure, and hypertension - Barillas-Lara, Maria Irene; Faaborg-Andersen, Christian C.; Quintana, Raymundo A.; Loro-Ferrer, Juan Francisco; Mandras, Stacy A.; daSilva-deAbreu, Adrian Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review To describe the relationship between three pandemics: hypertension, obesity, and heart failure. From pathophysiology to treatment, understanding how these disease entities are linked can lead to breakthroughs in their prevention and treatment. The relevance of this review (...) -- SPECIAL COMMENTARY

28 juillet

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  Antithrombotic treatment following percutaneous coronary intervention in patients with high bleeding risk - Almarzooq, Zaid I.; Al-Roub, Nora M.; Kinlay, Scott Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Review the clinical outcomes of different antithrombotic strategies in patients with high bleeding risk (HBR) after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Recent findings Patients with HBR after PCI include those with advanced age (e.g. >75 years of age), a prior history (...) -- ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE: Edited by Peter H. Stone

26 juillet

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  Inclisiran and cardiovascular events: a comprehensive review of efficacy, safety, and future perspectives - Mohamed, Ahmed A.; Ray, Kausik K. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review This review aims to offer an up-to-date evaluation of Inclisiran's (a small interfering RNA treatment) ability to decrease low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), as well as its safety and potential effects on decreasing cardiovascular risk. Recent findings Inclisiran (...) -- ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE: Edited by Peter H. Stone

14 juillet

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  The mitral valve in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy - Malcolmson, James; Shipolini, Alex; Mohiddin, Saidi; Savvatis, Konstantinos Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Whilst abnormally increased left ventricular wall thickness is the hallmark feature of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), anomalies of the mitral valve and supporting apparatus are well documented. This review addresses the clinical importance of mitral valve abnormalities in (...) -- HYPERTROPHIC CARDIOMYOPATHY IMAGING: Edited by Sherif Nagueh

13 juillet

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  Evaluation and management of drug-eluting stent in-stent restenosis - Parfrey, Shane; Siu, Vincent; Graham, John J.; Vijayaraghavan, Ram; Li, Christopher; Pang, Jeffrey; Kalra, Sanjog; Džavík, Vladimír; Wijeysundera, Harindra C.; Bagai, Akshay Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review In-stent restenosis (ISR) is the most common cause of stent failure. Although the rate of ISR is significantly lower with contemporary drug-eluting stents (DES), it remains a challenging clinical entity to treat. Recent findings In this review, we focus on a practical (...) -- COMPLEX ISSUES IN CORONARY REVASCULARIZATION: Edited by Subodh Verma and Bobby Yanagawa

7 juillet

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  Imaging cardiac hypertrophy in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and its differential diagnosis - Rashdan, Lana; Hodovan, James; Masri, Ahmad Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review The aim of this study was to review imaging of myocardial hypertrophy in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) and its phenocopies. The introduction of cardiac myosin inhibitors in HCM has emphasized the need for careful evaluation of the underlying cause of myocardial (...) -- HYPERTROPHIC CARDIOMYOPATHY IMAGING: Edited by Sherif Nagueh

26 juin

Current Opin Cardiol https://journals.lww.com/co-cardiology/

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  Monitoring treatment with cardiac myosin inhibitors in symptomatic obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy - Chatur, Safia; Hegde, Sheila M. Current Opin Cardiol
  Purpose of review Cardiac myosin inhibitors (CMIs) represent a major milestone in the treatment of patients with symptomatic obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. The objective of this review is to discuss the mechanisms of action, clinical trial evidence, safety profile and monitoring of (...) -- HYPERTROPHIC CARDIOMYOPATHY IMAGING: Edited by Sherif Nagueh