A groundbreaking study has revealed that edoxaban monotherapy is superior to dual therapy with edoxaban plus a single antiplatelet agent in reducing net adverse clinical events in patients with high-risk …
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Amy Scanlon, MD, FACC, is a practicing private practice cardiologist at Consultants in Cardiology and the current team cardiologist for Seton Hall University. Dr. Scanlon has authored several published articles including the American College of Cardiology’s Preparticipation Cardiovascular Screening for Adolescent and Young Adult Athletes module. He frequently lectures and participates in speaking engagements for the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology.
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Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a common complication for patients undergoing dialysis. Managing hypertension during dialysis is crucial, as it can significantly impact the patient’s overall health and the …
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Myocarditis is an inflammatory condition of the heart muscle that can lead to serious complications, including heart failure. Recent discussions have raised concerns about the potential link between the use …
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Heart failure (HF) is a complex and debilitating condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. It occurs when the heart is unable to pump sufficient blood to meet the body’s …
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Heart failure (HF) is a common and serious complication that can occur after a myocardial infarction (MI), commonly known as a heart attack. Understanding the mechanisms that lead to heart …
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Edoxaban Monotherapy More Effective Than Dual Therapy for High-Risk AF Patients with Stable CAD
by Amyby AmyA recent study has found that edoxaban monotherapy is more effective than dual therapy with a single antiplatelet agent for patients with high-risk atrial fibrillation (AF) and stable coronary artery …
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Hospital admissions for heart attacks rise significantly after exposure to cold weather, according to new research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC) and presented at …
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A recent study has shown that wearable, long-term continuous heart monitors can identify 52% more cases of atrial fibrillation compared to standard care. However, this increase in detection did not …
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Adenosine is a naturally occurring nucleoside that plays a critical role in various physiological processes, including acting as a key component in energy transfer, regulating blood flow, and modulating neurotransmitter …
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Slow blood circulation in the heart, also known as poor cardiac perfusion, can have serious consequences for overall health. When the heart doesn’t receive enough oxygenated blood, it can lead …