Search results for "Myocardial infarction"
Most hormonal contraceptives show little absolute risk of stroke or heart attack, study finds
A recent study found that the absolute risk of increased thrombotic stroke and myocardial infarction associated with the use of hormonal contraception was low, although the relative risks varied depending on whether higher doses were used.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/06/19/2.htm
19 Jun 2012
High-intensity statins often not prescribed after CHD hospitalization, study finds
Patients who are hospitalized for coronary heart disease (CHD) often don't fill prescriptions for high-intensity statins after discharge, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/01/27/2.htm
27 Jan 2015
ICDs may be underused among older patients after heart attack
Implantation may be overlooked during transitions of care, but an ICD was associated with lower 2-year mortality rates.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/06/30/4.htm
30 Jun 2015
Details on COVID-19 treatments authorized for outpatients
This column reviews details on recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/03/details-on-covid-19-treatments-authorized-for-outpatients.htm
1 Mar 2022
New drug-eluting stents outperform old ones except in diabetics
Infusion pumps to be recalled and destroyedChildren's medications recalled by McNeil
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/05/11/5.htm
11 May 2010
Cognitive behavioral therapy improves outcomes in CHD
Cognitive behavioral therapy reduces the risk of repeat cardiac events in patients with coronary heart disease, a new trial found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/02/01/6.htm
1 Feb 2011
CVD risk higher in patients with migraines, study finds
MKSAP Quiz: Renal symptoms following squamous-cell lung cancer resection
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/02/16/2.htm
16 Feb 2010
New guidelines on perioperative evaluation and management
Cardiology experts released new guidelines on perioperative care of patients undergoing noncardiac surgery last week.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/08/05/6.htm
5 Aug 2014
MKSAP Quiz: Foot pain following catheterization
A 68-year-old man was admitted to the hospital 3 days ago for a non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction and underwent cardiac catheterization via the right groin. Today, the patient reports pain in his left toes and diffuse soreness in the left calf. Following a review of the medical history, physical exam and lab values, what is the most likely diagnosis?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2012/11/mksap.htm
1 Nov 2012
Stopping aspirin may raise risk for non-fatal heart attacks in heart disease patients
People with heart disease who quit their low-dose aspirin regimens are at increased risk of non-fatal myocardial infarction compared with those who remain compliant, a British study concluded.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/07/26/1.htm
26 Jul 2011