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View article: Long-term Follow-up of Patients with Coronary Artery Disease Undergoing Medical Treatment: A Sex-Specific Analysis
Long-term Follow-up of Patients with Coronary Artery Disease Undergoing Medical Treatment: A Sex-Specific Analysis Open
Background While sex-based differences in coronary artery disease (CAD) are well-recognized, data on long-term outcomes for patients managed with medical therapy alone, without revascularization, remain limited. This study aimed to investi…
View article: In-hospital and 1-year outcomes of patients without modifiable risk factors presenting with acute coronary syndrome undergoing PCI: a Sex-stratified analysis
In-hospital and 1-year outcomes of patients without modifiable risk factors presenting with acute coronary syndrome undergoing PCI: a Sex-stratified analysis Open
Aim A considerable proportion of patients admitted with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) have no standard modifiable cardiovascular risk factors (SMuRFs: hypertension, diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia, and cigarette smoking). The outcomes of t…
View article: Intravenous infusion of potassium/magnesium solution for the treatment of postoperative atrial fibrillation after coronary artery bypass graft: a randomized, double-blinded, parallel controlled trial
Intravenous infusion of potassium/magnesium solution for the treatment of postoperative atrial fibrillation after coronary artery bypass graft: a randomized, double-blinded, parallel controlled trial Open
Background Postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) afflicts 18% of patients following coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), increasing the risk of cerebrovascular events and all-cause mortality by more than three folds. POAF prevention and…
View article: In-hospital and 1-year outcomes of patients without modifiable risk factors presenting with acute coronary syndrome undergoing PCI: a sex-stratified analysis
In-hospital and 1-year outcomes of patients without modifiable risk factors presenting with acute coronary syndrome undergoing PCI: a sex-stratified analysis Open
Background The standard modifiable cardiovascular risk factors (SMuRFs: hypertension, diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia, and cigarette smoking) are known to play a major role in the pathogenesis of coronary heart disease (CHD). Despite endea…
View article: Extensive cardiovascular involvement in a young boy with Gaucher’s disease: a case report
Extensive cardiovascular involvement in a young boy with Gaucher’s disease: a case report Open
Background Lysosomal storage diseases (LSDs) are rare, progressive, multi-organ disorders caused by inherited enzyme deficiencies. Gaucher’s disease (GD) is the most prevalent form of LSDs. Case summary A 19-year-old Caucasian male present…
View article: Evaluation of the Causes of Door-to-Balloon Time Delays in Patients with ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction at Tehran Heart Center
Evaluation of the Causes of Door-to-Balloon Time Delays in Patients with ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction at Tehran Heart Center Open
Background: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of cardiovascular death globally, and the most severe form of CAD, ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), needs immediate treatment. This study aimed to report patient cha…
View article: Evaluating the role of intravenous pentoxifylline administration on primary percutaneous coronary intervention success rate in patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (PENTOS-PCI)
Evaluating the role of intravenous pentoxifylline administration on primary percutaneous coronary intervention success rate in patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (PENTOS-PCI) Open
View article: Outcome of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Old Patients Presenting with Acute Coronary Syndrome
Outcome of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Old Patients Presenting with Acute Coronary Syndrome Open
Background: Octogenarians (age≥80 years) with coronary artery disease constitute a high-risk group and the elderly undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) are at higher risk of adverse outcomes compared to young patients. In th…
View article: Effect of postoperative atrial fibrillation on early and mid-term outcomes of coronary artery bypass graft surgery
Effect of postoperative atrial fibrillation on early and mid-term outcomes of coronary artery bypass graft surgery Open
OBJECTIVES The long-term prognostic role of postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) in cardiovascular outcomes in patients undergoing cardiac surgery is uncertain. Our goal was to investigate the impact of new-onset POAF on midterm advers…
View article: Predictors of in-hospital mortality in diabetic patients with non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction
Predictors of in-hospital mortality in diabetic patients with non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction Open
Background There have been little data about the additive effects of coronary risk factors on mortality in diabetic patients presenting with non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI). This study aimed to evaluate the predicto…
View article: Effect of minocycline on the left ventricular function following ST-elevation myocardial infarction treated by primary percutaneous coronary intervention
Effect of minocycline on the left ventricular function following ST-elevation myocardial infarction treated by primary percutaneous coronary intervention Open
View article: Ventricular repolarization heterogeneity in patients with COVID‐19: Original data, systematic review, and meta‐analysis
Ventricular repolarization heterogeneity in patients with COVID‐19: Original data, systematic review, and meta‐analysis Open
Background Coronavirus disease‐2019 (COVID‐19) has been associated with an increased risk of acute cardiac events. However, the effect of COVID‐19 on repolarization heterogeneity is not yet established. In this study, we evaluated electroc…
View article: Sex difference in the risk factor distributions and outcomes after coronary artery bypass graft surgery in the young population
Sex difference in the risk factor distributions and outcomes after coronary artery bypass graft surgery in the young population Open
OBJECTIVES Coronary artery disease is becoming a major health concern in the young population. Male and female patients may experience different journeys after coronary artery disease events. We aimed to evaluate risk factors and compare o…
View article: Prevalence and trends of coronary artery disease risk factors and their effect on age of diagnosis in patients with established coronary artery disease: Tehran Heart Center (2005–2015)
Prevalence and trends of coronary artery disease risk factors and their effect on age of diagnosis in patients with established coronary artery disease: Tehran Heart Center (2005–2015) Open
View article: Burden of Hypertensive Heart Disease in Iran during 1990–2017: Findings from the Global Burden of Disease study 2017
Burden of Hypertensive Heart Disease in Iran during 1990–2017: Findings from the Global Burden of Disease study 2017 Open
Background Hypertension and its consequent end-organ damage including Hypertensive Heart Disease (HHD) are a major concern that impact health, resulting into impairment and reduced quality of life (QOL). The purpose of this study was to de…
View article: Prognostic implications of calculated Apo‐lipoprotein B in patients with ST‐segment elevation myocardial infarction undergoing primary percutaneous coronary intervention: Outcome is tied to lower cut‐points
Prognostic implications of calculated Apo‐lipoprotein B in patients with ST‐segment elevation myocardial infarction undergoing primary percutaneous coronary intervention: Outcome is tied to lower cut‐points Open
Background Debates still surround using lipoproteins including Apo‐B in risk assessment, management, and prognosis of patients with coronary artery disease. During an acute ST‐segment elevation myocardial infarction, Apo‐B might help to ac…
View article: One-Year Outcome of Patients with Coronary Artery Ectasia Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: Clinical Implications and Question Marks
One-Year Outcome of Patients with Coronary Artery Ectasia Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: Clinical Implications and Question Marks Open
Background: Coronary artery ectasia (CAE) is a rare condition with unclear pathophysiology, optimal treatment, and prognosis. We aimed to determine the prognostic implications of CAE following coronary angioplasty. Methods: We conducted a …
View article: Relationship between the Severity of Coronary Artery Disease and Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Acute Coronary Syndrome: Based on Tehran Heart Center’s Data Registry
Relationship between the Severity of Coronary Artery Disease and Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Acute Coronary Syndrome: Based on Tehran Heart Center’s Data Registry Open
Background: Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is one of the main causes of mortality worldwide. We sought to evaluate the correlation between the severity of coronary artery disease (CAD) and conventional coronary artery risk factors in a larg…
View article: Predicting the outcome in confirmed COVID-19 patients with coronary artery disease: a key role for the first chest computed tomography
Predicting the outcome in confirmed COVID-19 patients with coronary artery disease: a key role for the first chest computed tomography Open
View article: Tehran cohort study (TeCS) on cardiovascular diseases, injury, and mental health: Design, methods, and recruitment data
Tehran cohort study (TeCS) on cardiovascular diseases, injury, and mental health: Design, methods, and recruitment data Open
View article: Right Atrial Appendage Thrombosis in a Patient with a History of Myocardial Infarction
Right Atrial Appendage Thrombosis in a Patient with a History of Myocardial Infarction Open
View article: The impact of a dedicated coronavirus disease 2019 primary angioplasty protocol on time components related to ST‑segment elevation myocardial infarction management in a 24/7 primary percutaneous coronary intervention–capable hospital
The impact of a dedicated coronavirus disease 2019 primary angioplasty protocol on time components related to ST‑segment elevation myocardial infarction management in a 24/7 primary percutaneous coronary intervention–capable hospital Open
The implementation of the dedicated COVID‑19 PPCI protocol in patients with STEMI allowed us to achieve similar target times for reperfusion, short‑term clinical outcomes, and staff safety as in the prepandemic era.
View article: Does Baseline BUN Have an Additive Effect on the Prediction of Mortality in Patients with Acute Pulmonary Embolism?
Does Baseline BUN Have an Additive Effect on the Prediction of Mortality in Patients with Acute Pulmonary Embolism? Open
Background: In patients with heart failure, elevated levels of blood urea nitrogen (BUN) is a prognostic factor. In this study, we investigated the prognostic value of elevated baseline BUN in short-term mortality among patients with acute…
View article: Time to Treatment and In-Hospital Major Adverse Cardiac Events Among Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Who Underwent Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) According to the 24/7 Primary PCI Service Registry in Iran: Cross-Sectional Study
Time to Treatment and In-Hospital Major Adverse Cardiac Events Among Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Who Underwent Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) According to the 24/7 Primary PCI Service Registry in Iran: Cross-Sectional Study Open
Background Performing primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) as a preferred reperfusion strategy for patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) may be associated with major adverse cardiocerebrovascular even…
View article: Twelve-Year History of STEMI Management in Tehran Heart Center: Concomitant Reduction of In-Hospital Mortality and Hospitalization Length
Twelve-Year History of STEMI Management in Tehran Heart Center: Concomitant Reduction of In-Hospital Mortality and Hospitalization Length Open
Background : Cardiovascular-related death remains the major cause of mortality in Iran despite significant improvements in its care. In the present study, we report the in-hospital mortality, hospitalization length, and treatment methods f…
View article: COVID-19 sends STEMI to quarantine!?
COVID-19 sends STEMI to quarantine!? Open
View article: Time to Treatment and In-Hospital Major Adverse Cardiac Events Among Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Who Underwent Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) According to the 24/7 Primary PCI Service Registry in Iran: Cross-Sectional Study (Preprint)
Time to Treatment and In-Hospital Major Adverse Cardiac Events Among Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Who Underwent Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) According to the 24/7 Primary PCI Service Registry in Iran: Cross-Sectional Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Performing primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) as a preferred reperfusion strategy for patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) may be associated with major adverse cardiocerebrovascular eve…
View article: Management and Outcomes of ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction During Coronavirus 2019 Pandemic in a Center with 24/7 Primary Angioplasty Capability: Should We Change Our Practice During Outbreak?
Management and Outcomes of ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction During Coronavirus 2019 Pandemic in a Center with 24/7 Primary Angioplasty Capability: Should We Change Our Practice During Outbreak? Open
Background ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) is associated with high mortality and morbidity. In order to minimize cardiac tissue injury, primary per-cutaneous coronary intervention (PPCI) as treatment of choice should be performe…
View article: Management of <scp>ST‐segment‐elevation</scp> myocardial infarction during the coronavirus disease 2019 (<scp>COVID</scp>‐19) outbreak: Iranian“247” National Committee's position paper on primary percutaneous coronary intervention
Management of <span>ST‐segment‐elevation</span> myocardial infarction during the coronavirus disease 2019 (<span>COVID</span>‐19) outbreak: Iranian“247” National Committee's position paper on primary percutaneous coronary intervention Open
World Health Organization has designated coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) as a pandemic. During the past several weeks, a considerable burden has been imposed on the Iranian's healthcare system. The present document reviewed the latest …
View article: Single Long Stents versus Overlapping Multiple Stents in the Management of Very Long Coronary Lesions: Comparisons of Procedures and Clinical Outcomes
Single Long Stents versus Overlapping Multiple Stents in the Management of Very Long Coronary Lesions: Comparisons of Procedures and Clinical Outcomes Open
Background: Different percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) strategies, including the use of single long stents (SLSs) and overlapping multiple stents (OMSs), have been introduced to treat very long coronary lesions (VLCLs). The aim of …