Major Adverse CV Event Prediction Via Coronary CT Angiography in T2D
Extent and severity of coronary artery disease was examined in over 900 patients with type 2 diabetes.
Coronary Artery Disease
Elevated Pancreatic Polypeptide May Predict Coronary Artery Disease in T2DM
Pancreatic polypeptide significantly correlated with Framingham 10-year risk for coronary artery disease.
Is Diabetes a Modifier of CV Risk After DAPT Cessation Post-DES PCI?
Risk of major adverse cardiovascular events up for DAPT disruption, regardless of diabetes status
ACC Revises Coronary Revascularization Criteria in Stable Ischemic Heart Disease
The 2017 criteria utilize new terminology, classify symptoms as asymptomatic or ischemic, and expand the role of fractional flow reserve.
Are Coronary Artery Calcium Scores Indicative of Coronary Heart Disease in Young Patients?
While CAC scores may be indicative of CHD, ordering CT scans on young, otherwise healthy individuals may place a burden on the health care system.
Noncardiovascular Death More Common in Coronary Heart Disease
For patients with coronary heart disease, mortality is more often due to noncardiovascular causes.
Effects of PCSK9, HMGCR on Risk for Diabetes, Cardiovascular Events
PCKS9 and HMGCR variants were associated with similar protective effects on cardiovascular event risk and diabetes risk.
Yo-Yo Dieting Hikes Risk for Sudden Cardiac Death, CHD Mortality in Women
Postmenopausal women whose weight fluctuated due to dieting had a significantly higher risk for death from sudden cardiac death and coronary heart disease.
Depressive Symptoms Tied to Functional Status in Coronary Artery Disease
For patients with stable coronary artery disease, depressive symptoms and cardiac disease severity independently affect patient-reported functional status.
Liraglutide May Increase Heart Rate in Type 2 Diabetes With Coronary Artery Disease
Liraglutide increases heart rate and reduces heart rate variability in overweight patients with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes and stable coronary artery disease.
