RAAS Inhibitors Linked to Lower Risk of Intracranial Aneurysm Rupture
Use of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) inhibitors is significantly associated with a lower risk of rupture of intracranial aneurysms, independent of blood pressure control, offering potential therapeutic implications for aneurysm management.
January 2023
Fatty Liver Associated With Cardiovascular Disease Regardless of Body Weight
Lean individuals with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease exhibit a higher prevalence of cardiovascular diseases compared to overweight individuals with the same condition, underscoring the importance of early detection and management of fatty liver disease irrespective of body weight.
January 2023
Predictors Identified for Ischemic Stroke in Asymptomatic Severe Carotid Stenosis
Predictable factors for ischemic stroke in patients with asymptomatic severe carotid stenosis are identified, facilitating risk stratification and informing clinical decision-making for stroke prevention in high-risk individuals.
January 2023
Alcohol's Cardiovascular Risks May Be Underestimated, Study Suggests
A study suggests that the cardiovascular risks associated with alcohol consumption may be more significant than previously thought, highlighting the need for a cautious approach to alcohol consumption and public health interventions to address its adverse effects.
January 2023
Corticosteroids and Thrombotic Endothelial Dysfunction Identified as Risk Factors for Septic Arthritis and Avascular Necrosis in Recent COVID-19 Patients
Corticosteroid use and thrombotic endothelial dysfunction are identified as risk factors for the development of septic arthritis of the hip joint and avascular necrosis of the femoral head in patients with recent COVID-19 infection.
January 2023
Childhood Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Their Impact on Adult CV Events
Body mass index, systolic blood pressure, total cholesterol level, triglyceride level, and youth smoking are significant childhood cardiovascular risk factors that impact the risk of cardiovascular events in adulthood, underscoring the importance of early intervention and preventive measures.
December 2022
