Predicting Acute Cardiovascular Complications in COVID-19: Insights from a Specialized Cardiac Referral Department.

BACKGROUND COVID-19 increases the risk of acute cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), including acute coronary syndrome (ACS), acute pulmonary embolism (APE), and acute myocarditis (AMyo). The actual impact of CVDs on mortality of patients with COVID-19 remains unknown. This study aimed to determine whether CVDs influence the course of COVID-19 pneumonia and if they can be easily detected by using common tests and examinations.

Refined balloon pulmonary angioplasty in chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension - reference center experience.

Introduction: Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH), characterized by thromboembolic changes affecting the pulmonary bed, leads to ventricular function deterioration and premature death. The introduction of balloon pulmonary angioplasty (BPA) has significantly improved the prognosis of CTEPH patients.

Aim: The authors of this article decided to summarize the experience of the BPA program, conducted between 2014 and 2022, at the reference center.

High-sensitivity cardiac troponin T in detecting obstructive coronary artery disease in hemodialysis patients listed for kidney transplantation.

Background: Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with end-stage renal disease.

Aims: This study aimed to assess the prognostic value of high-sensitivity cardiac troponin T (hs-cTnT) in identifying patients with obstructive coronary artery disease (CAD) among patients on hemodialysis listed for kidney transplantation.

Methods: The study prospectively enrolled consecutive adult hemodialysis patients listed for kidney transplantation.

Initial results of investigator initiated international database on catheter directed therapy of acute pulmonary embolism.

Background: Catheter directed therapies (CDT) are widely used in the treatment of acute pulmonary embolism (PE). A multicenter registry was organized to evaluate their application in real life and to determine efficacy and safety of these procedures. Local experience of participating centers in percutaneous techniques for PE treatment was assessed.

Caregiver Nutritional Health Outcomes of the Simple Suppers Study: Results from a 10 Week, Two-Group Quasi-Experimental Family Meals Intervention.

Individuals from racial minority backgrounds, especially those in low income situations, are at increased risk for obesity. Family meals positively impact child nutritional health; however, there is limited evidence examining the impact on caregivers, particularly racial minority and income-restricted individuals. The objective of this intervention study was to determine the effect of Simple Suppers, a 10 week family meals program, on caregiver diet and nutrition outcomes.