Does High HDL Cholesterol Protect Against Cardiovascular Disease?
High-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, often considered 'good' cholesterol, may not universally protect against atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease, challenging previous assumptions about its cardioprotective effects.
March 2024
Beta Blockers in Heart Failure with Mildly Reduced and Preserved Ejection Fraction
Beta-blockers may confer potential benefits in patients with reduced heart failure ejection fraction but may pose risks in those with higher ejection fraction, highlighting the importance of individualized treatment approaches in heart failure management.
March 2024
Blood Pressure Patterns Predict Preeclampsia
Early pregnancy systolic blood pressure patterns serve as predictors of early- and late-onset preeclampsia and gestational hypertension among ostensibly low-to-moderate risk groups, offering potential insights for antenatal care and management.
March 2024
Retinal Ischemic Perivascular Lesions in Individuals with Atrial Fibrillation
The presence of ischemic perivascular lesions in the retina is significantly associated with atrial fibrillation, suggesting potential implications for early detection and management of this common cardiac arrhythmia.
March 2024
