Search results for "Heart failure"
Signs of congestion on physical exam accurately predict heart failure hospitalizations, death
The new analysis of a randomized trial reinforces the significant, ongoing clinical relevance of the physical exam in heart failure, as well as the notion that measuring natriuretic peptides does not substitute for a comprehensive physical exam for risk stratification, study authors said.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/09/17/2.htm
17 Sep 2019
New options no panacea for depression
Internists can have the greatest impact by continuing to be the first point of contact, treating mild to moderate depression, and explaining what may be available if first-line options fall short.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/09/new-options-no-panacea-for-depression.htm
1 Sep 2019
Lower SBP linked to worse outcomes in older HF patients with reduced ejection fraction and hypertension
Clinicians should focus on preventing heart failure (HF) in patients with hypertension and providing optimal therapy in those with symptomatic disease, rather than on a specific blood pressure target, an editorial said.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/06/25/2.htm
25 Jun 2019
MKSAP Quiz: Murmur detected during a physical examination
An 18-year-old man is evaluated for a murmur detected during a college sports physical examination. He reports no symptoms and has no history of cardiac disease. He takes no medications. Following a physical exam, what is the most likely cause of this patient's murmur?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/06/18/3.htm
18 Jun 2019
Scientific statement reviews cardiovascular risks, prevention, and treatment in patients with HIV
Even when adequately controlled, HIV is associated with increased cardiovascular risk, said a recent scientific statement from the American Heart Association, which offered advice on risk assessment and preventive treatment.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/06/11/2.htm
11 Jun 2019
Palliative care's place outside cancer
Integrated palliative care is important in offering comfort measures to patients with conditions that are expected to shorten their life spans.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/06/palliative-cares-place-outside-cancer.htm
1 Jun 2019
MKSAP Quiz: Joint pain, rash, and weakness
A 61-year-old woman is evaluated for joint pain, a rash on her legs, and weakness. She has chronic genotype 1 hepatitis C viral infection. She takes no medication. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/06/mksap-quiz-joint-pain-rash-and-weakness.htm
1 Jun 2019
A pre-flight check for patients
People with cardiopulmonary or hematologic disorders can be affected by the hypobaric environment aboard an aircraft, so they should undergo preflight evaluation before lift-off.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/05/a-pre-flight-check-for-patients.htm
1 May 2019
FDA analyzing mortality risk with paclitaxel-coated balloons
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/05/fda-analyzing-mortality-risk-with-paclitaxel-coated-balloons.htm
1 May 2019
Kidney failure, CV events lower with canagliflozin than placebo, industry study finds
The trial was stopped early after an interim safety analysis found significantly better renal and cardiovascular outcomes among type 2 diabetes patients randomized to canagliflozin than those assigned to placebo.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/04/23/2.htm
23 Apr 2019