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Systematic review of validation studies for the use of wearable smartwatches in the screening of atrial fibrillation
IntroductionAtrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common dysrhythmia and a risk factor for stroke and heart failure. Early detection and treatment are key...
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Effectiveness and Safety of Direct Oral Anticoagulants Versus Warfarin in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation and Cancer: A Target Trial Emulation from SEER-Medicare Database
BackgroundDirect oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are preferred over warfarin in patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib). However, their safety and...
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Micronutrient deficiencies and new-onset atrial fibrillation in a community-based cohort: data from PREVEND
AimMalnutrition has been linked to cardiovascular diseases. Both selenium and iron deficiency have been associated with worse prognosis in patients...
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Targeted screening of atrial fibrillation using automated blood pressure measurement device with atrial fibrillation detection function, in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus in primary care setting
ObjectiveThe prevalence of atrial fibrillation (AF) in type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) patients under primary care in Hong Kong was yet to be explored....
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Benefit and risk of oral anticoagulant initiation strategies in patients with atrial fibrillation and cancer: a target trial emulation using the SEER-Medicare database
Oral anticoagulants (OACs) are recommended for patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib) having CHA 2 DS 2 -VASc score ≥ 2. However, the benefits of OAC...
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Use of digital health applications for the detection of atrial fibrillation
The advances in health care technologies over the last decade have led to improved capabilities in the use of digital health applications (DiHA) for...
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Very high-power and short-duration radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation in a Latin American low-volume private center
BackgroundCenter volume and operator experience/training are important factors impacting outcomes in AFib CA. Setting for RF delivery (power,...
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Transporter Genes and statin-induced Hepatotoxicity
PurposeHepatotoxicity has emerged as a major cause of statin treatment interruption. Although organic anion-transporting polypeptide 1B1 ( SLCO1B1 ),...
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Esophageal luminal temperature monitoring using a multi-sensor probe lowers the risk of esophageal injury in cryo and radiofrequency catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation
BackgroundEsophageal luminal temperature monitoring is a commonly used strategy to reduce esophageal thermal injury in catheter ablation for atrial...
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Assessment of Atrial Fibrosis and Its Implications in Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke
Purpose of reviewCardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMRI) can be used to accurately define atrial fibrosis burden and is increasingly available,...
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Standardized protocol of blood pressure measurement and quality control program for the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey
Accurate blood pressure (BP) measurement is crucial for hypertension detection and management. The Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination...
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Blood pressure in atrial fibrillation and in sinus rhythm during ambulatory blood pressure monitoring: data from the TEMPLAR project
The coexistence of hypertension and atrial fibrillation (AF) is common and accounts for a worse prognosis. Uncertainties exist regarding blood...
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Autonomic Testing Optimizes Therapy for Heart Failure and Related Cardiovascular Disorders
Purpose of ReviewCardiovascular autonomic control is an intricately balanced dynamic process. Autonomic dysfunction, regardless of origin, promotes...
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An observational, non-interventional study for the follow-up of patients with amyloidosis who received miridesap followed by dezamizumab in a phase 1 study
BackgroundMiridesap depletes circulating serum amyloid P (SAP) and dezamizumab (anti-SAP monoclonal antibody) targets SAP on amyloid deposits,...
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Systemic amyloidosis journey from diagnosis to outcomes: a twelve-year real-world experience of a single center in a middle-income country
BackgroundSystemic amyloidosis is caused by the deposition of misfolded protein aggregates in tissues, leading to progressive organ dysfunction and...
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Esophageal Injury and Progression to Atrial-Esophageal Fistula in Catheter Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation
Purpose of ReviewAtrioesophageal fistula (AEF) is one of the most dreaded complications of atrial fibrillation (AFib) catheter ablation (CA)...
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Predictors of high-degree atrioventricular block in patients with new-onset left bundle branch block following transcatheter aortic valve replacement
BackgroundThe development of new left bundle branch block (LBBB) is frequently seen post TAVR and is a known risk factor for progression to high...
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Propitious temporal changes in clinical outcomes after transcatheter compared to surgical aortic valve replacement; a meta-analysis of over 65,000 patients
BackgroundThe treatment of symptomatic severe aortic stenosis (AS) has rapidly evolved over the past decade, in both transcatheter (TAVR) and...
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Screening for atrial fibrillation during automated blood pressure measurement among patients admitted to internal medicine ward
Atrial fibrillation (AF), the commonest sustained cardiac arrhythmia affecting the adult population, is often casually discovered among hospitalized...
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Prevalence and Outcomes of Cerebrovascular and Cardiovascular Events Among Transient Ischemic Attack Patients—a Cross-Sectional Study of National Estimate
Literature reported, 9–17% transient ischemic attack (TIA) patients have a vascular event within 90 days, but there is limited data on long-term risk...