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View article: Diagnostic value of ultrasound in pediatric acute abdominal pain: a cross-sectional study from a tertiary center in Southern Iran
Diagnostic value of ultrasound in pediatric acute abdominal pain: a cross-sectional study from a tertiary center in Southern Iran Open
Background Acute abdominal pain is a common yet diagnostically challenging presentation in pediatric emergency care due to nonspecific symptoms. While ultrasound offers a safe and accessible diagnostic tool, its clinical utility and correl…
View article: Comparative Evaluation of Incidence of Cardiovascular Events Among Different Drug‐Eluting Stent Features: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Comparative Evaluation of Incidence of Cardiovascular Events Among Different Drug‐Eluting Stent Features: A Retrospective Cohort Study Open
Background and Aims Coronary artery disease (CAD) is often treated with percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Various stent types are used during PCI, potentially resulting in different outcomes. Here, we compared major adverse cardiov…
View article: Artificial intelligence in coronary artery calcification scoring: Current progress and future directions
Artificial intelligence in coronary artery calcification scoring: Current progress and future directions Open
Objective: The primary purpose of this paper is to evaluate the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing coronary artery calcification (CAC) scoring for improved cardiovascular risk assessment.Methods: A narrative review was perfo…
View article: Efficacy and Safety of Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Replacement in Patients With Moderate to Severe Tricuspid Regurgitation: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis on Clinical Outcomes and Echocardiographic Indices
Efficacy and Safety of Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Replacement in Patients With Moderate to Severe Tricuspid Regurgitation: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis on Clinical Outcomes and Echocardiographic Indices Open
Background and Aims Tricuspid regurgitation (TR) is a prevalent, often overlooked condition linked to significant morbidity and mortality in older adults. Due to the high risks associated with conventional surgery, transcatheter tricuspid …
View article: Mitral Annulus Disjunction Causing Ventricular Tachyarrhythmias in a Young Lady With Palpitations, Cardiac Ablation Terminated the Complaints
Mitral Annulus Disjunction Causing Ventricular Tachyarrhythmias in a Young Lady With Palpitations, Cardiac Ablation Terminated the Complaints Open
Mitral annulus disjunction (MAD) is a rare but significant cause of ventricular arrhythmias in young patients. Timely diagnosis using cardiac magnetic resonance imaging and targeted management with catheter ablation can effectively control…
View article: Evaluating Cardiovascular Risk Factors Among Healthcare Professionals in Iran
Evaluating Cardiovascular Risk Factors Among Healthcare Professionals in Iran Open
BACKGROUND Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, necessitating accurate risk prediction models for effective prevention strategies. This study compares the predictive capabilities of 3 widely used …
View article: Predicting the presence and severity of coronary artery disease using surrogate markers of insulin resistance: A cross-sectional study.
Predicting the presence and severity of coronary artery disease using surrogate markers of insulin resistance: A cross-sectional study. Open
Our findings indicate that the TG/HDL-C ratio, with a cut-off point of 3.6, and the TyG index, with a threshold of 9.22, are associated with the presence of CAD. (ClinicalTrials.gov registration number: NCT06237244).
View article: Porcelain Aorta and Quadruple Extracranial Vessel Occlusion: A Case of Minimal Neurological Deficits Despite Severe Vascular Blockages
Porcelain Aorta and Quadruple Extracranial Vessel Occlusion: A Case of Minimal Neurological Deficits Despite Severe Vascular Blockages Open
BACKGROUND Cerebrovascular occlusion is a critical health concern associated with strokes, a leading cause of mortality worldwide. Large vessel occlusion, constituting a significant portion of acute ischemic strokes, presents serious patie…
View article: Evaluation of blood pressure variation in recovered COVID-19 patients at one-year follow-up: a retrospective cohort study
Evaluation of blood pressure variation in recovered COVID-19 patients at one-year follow-up: a retrospective cohort study Open
Background Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has various sequelae, one of which might be hypertension. We aimed to evaluate COVID-19’s impact on blood pressure (BP) in non-hospitalized patients at one-year follow-up. Method A total of 7,…
View article: Relationship Between Parathyroid Hormone Levels and Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agent Dose Requirements in Hemodialysis Patients; a Cross-Sectional Study
Relationship Between Parathyroid Hormone Levels and Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agent Dose Requirements in Hemodialysis Patients; a Cross-Sectional Study Open
Background Anemia is a prevalent issue among patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) undergoing hemodialysis, influenced by various factors. Treatment typically involves erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA) therapy and iron formulatio…
View article: Unusual cause of chest pain and dysphagia in a middle-aged woman with right aortic arch and aberrant left subclavian artery
Unusual cause of chest pain and dysphagia in a middle-aged woman with right aortic arch and aberrant left subclavian artery Open
The aberrant subclavian artery is an uncommon congenital anomaly in the aortic arch, which may have a variety of presentations, including dysphagia, dyspnea, and chest pain, depending on the anatomical site of the aberrant vessel. Treatmen…
View article: Comparison of Ticagrelor and Clopidogrel in Elective Coronary Stenting: A Double Blind Randomized Clinical Trial
Comparison of Ticagrelor and Clopidogrel in Elective Coronary Stenting: A Double Blind Randomized Clinical Trial Open
Background. Dual antiplatelet therapy with a P2Y12 inhibitor (e.g., clopidogrel and ticagrelor) and aspirin is recommended for at least one year after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) to prevent further myocardial infarction and st…
View article: Evaluation of blood pressure variation in recovered COVID-19 patients at one-year follow-up: a retrospective cohort study
Evaluation of blood pressure variation in recovered COVID-19 patients at one-year follow-up: a retrospective cohort study Open
Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has various sequelae, one of which might be hypertension. We aimed to evaluate COVID-19’s impact on blood pressure (BP) in non-hospitalized patients at one-year follow-up. Method: A total of …
View article: The long-term effects of the Covid-19 infection on cardiac symptoms
The long-term effects of the Covid-19 infection on cardiac symptoms Open
View article: Effects of High- or Moderate-intensity Rosuvastatin on 1-year Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events Post-percutaneous Coronary Intervention
Effects of High- or Moderate-intensity Rosuvastatin on 1-year Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events Post-percutaneous Coronary Intervention Open
Background: Although statins decrease mortality in coronary artery disease, the effect of high-dose statins and duration of therapy post-percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is not well addressed. Aim: To determine the effective dose o…
View article: Stent thrombosis during COVID‐19 pandemic: A case series
Stent thrombosis during COVID‐19 pandemic: A case series Open
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) pandemic originated from Wuhan, China, in late 2019. In addition to the respiratory system, COVID‐19 also affects other organ systems. The disease can lead to cardiovascular complications such as myo…
View article: Ankle-Brachial Index: A Simple and Inexpensive Screening Test for Coronary Artery Disease (ABI goes beyond the foot)
Ankle-Brachial Index: A Simple and Inexpensive Screening Test for Coronary Artery Disease (ABI goes beyond the foot) Open
Background: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of death in the world. In this study we assessed ankle-brachial index (ABI) as a screening tool for CAD. Method: Between 2019 and 2020, large cross-sectional population-based s…
View article: Ankle-Brachial Index: A Simple and Inexpensive Screening Test for Coronary Artery Disease (ABI Goes Beyond the Foot) Running Title: ABI for Coronary Artery Disease Screening
Ankle-Brachial Index: A Simple and Inexpensive Screening Test for Coronary Artery Disease (ABI Goes Beyond the Foot) Running Title: ABI for Coronary Artery Disease Screening Open
Background: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of death in the world. To prevent CAD we need to assess the risk of future CAD. Systems for risk assessment has its own limitations. In this study we assessed ankle-brachial in…
View article: Huge Coronary Aneurysm in a Morbidly Obese Man with Exertional Dyspnea and Chest Pain
Huge Coronary Aneurysm in a Morbidly Obese Man with Exertional Dyspnea and Chest Pain Open
BACKGROUND Giant coronary artery aneurysm (GCAA) is a rare disease, with an incidence of 0.02% in the general population. GCAA is defined as when the diameter of the coronary artery is more than 4 times the adjacent part or more than 8 mm.…
View article: Improving medical students' competencies: using longitudinal ambulatory setting preceptorship
Improving medical students' competencies: using longitudinal ambulatory setting preceptorship Open
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