Search results for "Cardiology"
Guidance released on use of new oral anticoagulants in nonvalvular afib
The European Heart Rhythm Association published guidance last week on using new oral anticoagulants in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/05/07/6.htm
7 May 2013
Midlife surgical menopause not associated with increased cardiovascular risk when compared to natural menopause
Hysterectomy with or without oophorectomy in midlife was not associated with increased risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) in a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/05/21/6.htm
21 May 2013
AHA and ACC update heart failure guidelines
New and revised recommendations on the treatment of heart failure were released last week jointly by the American College of Cardiology Foundation and American Heart Association.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/06/11/5.htm
11 Jun 2013
Success in ACOs depends on collaboration
Physicians should consider culture, autonomy and resources before jumping in.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/07/acos.htm
1 Jul 2013
Appropriate use criteria offered for noninvasive vascular tests of more than 100 clinical scenarios
Eleven medical societies drafted detailed criteria to help clinicians optimize the appropriate use of noninvasive vascular tests in patients with known or suspected disorders of the venous system, such as venous insufficiency; varicose veins; blood clots in the leg, arm or abdomen; and pulmonary embolism.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/07/23/4.htm
23 Jul 2013
Current cholesterol cutpoints may be inaccurate in high-risk patients, study finds
Current guideline-based treatment cutpoints using non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (non-HDL-C) may not be accurate for risk stratification and lipid-lowering therapy, especially in high-risk patients, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/08/27/4.htm
27 Aug 2013
Candidates announced for Board of Governors Chair-elect Designee
Two candidates are seeking election as Chair-elect Designee of the Board of Governors.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/09/governors.htm
1 Sep 2013
Study of dabigatran with mechanical heart valves halted due to excess complications
Dabigatran caused more thromboembolic and bleeding complications than warfarin in patients with mechanical heart valves, according to a study that was prematurely halted as a result.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/09/10/4.htm
10 Sep 2013
Statins may reduce MI, stroke risk in elderly patients without established CVD
Statins may reduce risk of myocardial infarction (MI) and stroke in elderly patients without established cardiovascular disease (CVD), but they don't appear to affect short-term survival, according to a new meta-analysis.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/09/10/1.htm
10 Sep 2013
“The Consult Guys” video series delivers laughs and CME credits
Annals of Internal Medicine is offering physicians an opportunity to laugh while they learn with “The Consult Guys,” a monthly video series that features two prominent physicians who use humor to address and solve clinical problems.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/09/17/7.htm
17 Sep 2013