Search results for "Coronary artery disease"
Some traditional Chinese medicine may provide benefits in cardiovascular conditions
Some traditional Chinese medications might be used as a complementary and alternative approach for primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease, but further long-term study is needed.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/06/13/2.htm
13 Jun 2017
Afib recurrence more than halved after sleep apnea treatment
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) was associated with a significant reduction in the recurrence of atrial fibrillation in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who received pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) or medical management, a study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/04/21/2.htm
21 Apr 2015
MKSAP Quiz: 5-day history of rhinitis, nasal congestion, and sneezing
An 84-year-old man is evaluated for a 5-day history of rhinitis, nasal congestion, sneezing, and nonproductive cough. The symptoms began with a sore throat, which resolved after 24 hours. He has mild ear pain when blowing his nose or coughing. He has a history of coronary artery disease and hypertension. Medications are aspirin, metoprolol, and hydrochlorothiazide. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/07/21/3.htm
21 Jul 2015
Atrial fibrillation patients often prescribed aspirin instead of anticoagulants, study finds
Cardiologists may be prescribing aspirin instead of oral anticoagulants because they think that aspirin is as efficacious as oral anticoagulants, or because they want to avoid the inconvenience of oral anticoagulation.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2016/06/21/4.htm
21 Jun 2016
Updated guidance issued on treatment of hypertension in patients with CAD
The American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, and American Society of Hypertension released updated guidance last week on treatment of hypertension in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD).
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/04/07/5.htm
7 Apr 2015
MKSAP Quiz: managing risk factors
DHA doesn't slow decline in mild to moderate Alzheimer'sStudy details comprehensive models to decrease care fragmentation in older adults
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/11/09/3.htm
9 Nov 2010
Short-term dual antiplatelet therapy noninferior to long-term after drug-eluting stent placement
Three months of dual antiplatelet therapy after placement of a drug-eluting stent was noninferior to 12 months of therapy, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/11/05/5.htm
5 Nov 2013
Initial computed tomography angiography demonstrates equivalent clinical outcomes to functional testing in symptomatic patients with CAD
Initial testing for coronary artery disease (CAD) with computed tomography angiography (CTA) in symptomatic patients doesn't appear to yield better clinical outcomes than initial functional testing, a new study has found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/03/24/5.htm
24 Mar 2015
MKSAP Quiz: Gradually progressive abdominal distention
A 68-year-old woman is evaluated for a 3-month history of gradually progressive abdominal distention. Her medical history is notable for a 20-year history of obesity, type 2 diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension. She also has had a 10-year history of elevation of serum aminotransferase levels, which was attributed to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. She does not consume alcohol. Her medications are metformin, lisinopril, low-dose aspirin, and simvastatin. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2016/11/08/3.htm
8 Nov 2016
Sibutramine contraindicated in patients with CVD
Propose workshops for future meetings of Internal MedicineNew ACPNet project on low back painPractice improvement Webinars for the Medical Home Builder
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/02/02/9.htm
2 Feb 2010