Researchers explored data from the GALACTIC-HF trial to evaluate how the severity of a patient's reduced ejection fraction impacts the benefits of omecamtiv mecarbil.

The full analysis is scheduled to be presented May 16 at ACC.21.

Icosapent ethyl is an FDA-approved medication typically prescribed to limit triglycerides in the blood.

Some COVID-driven changes will likely remain in place for years to come, according to a presentation at CV Summit Virtual 2021.

During a government-regulated lockdown in Argentina, patients admitted to the emergency department were much more likely to have high blood pressure. 

Anthony S. Fauci, MD, a central figure in the White House Coronavirus Task Force, spoke at length about COVID-19 during the AHA's Scientific Sessions 2020 virtual meeting. 

Both supplements are still perfectly safe for patients to take for other reasons, researchers emphasized. 

"Patients and physicians need to monitor for these arrhythmias closely and treatments needs to be timely," one researcher warned. 

The role of ACE inhibitors and ARBs in the treatment of COVID-19 has been a key topic for researchers since the pandemic began. This latest research represents a significant update for clinicians. 

ACC.21 will now take place May 15-17, 2021, in Atlanta.

The findings were originally scheduled to be presented at the Heart Rhythm Society’s 2020 Heart Rhythm Scientific Sessions.

The event was scheduled to occur June 4-6 in Seville, Spain. It has been rescheduled for June 17-19, 2021.