Most young people with vaccine-related myocarditis recover quickly Symptoms—including chest pain, fever and shortness of breath—tend to begin within two days. Most hospitalizations last two to three days.Read more about Most young people with vaccine-related myocarditis recover quickly
Predicting AFib recurrence after catheter ablation remains a challenge Researchers evaluated 11 different prediction models, and each one fell short.Read more about Predicting AFib recurrence after catheter ablation remains a challenge
SAVR a valuable treatment option for asymptomatic patients with severe AS Early valve replacement was associated with improved outcomes in a new study published in Circulation.Read more about SAVR a valuable treatment option for asymptomatic patients with severe AS
Elevated heart rate tied to a greater risk of dementia The study included more than 2,000 older adults who were followed for up to 12 years.Read more about Elevated heart rate tied to a greater risk of dementia
Ultra-processed foods increase the risk of a repeat heart attack or stroke For CVD patients, researchers explained, even a diet that appears to be healthy could be doing significant damage. Read more about Ultra-processed foods increase the risk of a repeat heart attack or stroke
Medicare spending on cardiology, interventional cardiology declined $906M in 2020 The American Medical Association highlighted Medicare spending for all specialties in a new report. Read more about Medicare spending on cardiology, interventional cardiology declined $906M in 2020
2 new studies confirm the ‘very low’ risk of myocarditis after COVID-19 vaccination “The results of these two studies are valuable for doctors, patients, and the public to reduce the fear of myocarditis as a reason for excluding young people from vaccination," one specialist said. Read more about 2 new studies confirm the ‘very low’ risk of myocarditis after COVID-19 vaccination
Predicting when T2D patients may experience a cardiovascular event The group's prediction model performed well, though some modifications are still needed before it is ready for prime time. Read more about Predicting when T2D patients may experience a cardiovascular event
DOACs outperform VKAs among cardiac amyloidosis patients with HF, AFib Outcomes from patients prescribed apixaban, rivaroxaban or dabigatran were compared with outcomes from patients given warfarin. Read more about DOACs outperform VKAs among cardiac amyloidosis patients with HF, AFib
How major life events can take a toll on the heart Staying active during significant life moments is vital, according to a new guidance from the American Heart Association.Read more about How major life events can take a toll on the heart