Prediction of recurrent heart failure hospitalizations and mortality using the echocardiographic Killip score.

Aim: Examine the performance of a simple echocardiographic "Killip score" (eKillip) in predicting heart failure (HF) hospitalizations and mortality after index event of decompensated HF hospitalization.

Methods: HF patients hospitalized at our facility between 03/2019-03/2021 who underwent an echocardiography during their index admission were included in this retrospective analysis. The cohort was divided into 4 classes of eKillip according to: stroke volume index (SVI) < 35ml/m > and E/E' ratio < 15 > .

Cannabinoids in the treatment of rheumatic diseases: Pros and cons.

Medical cannabis is being increasingly used in the treatment of rheumatic diseases because, despite the paucity of evidence regarding its safety and efficacy, a growing number of countries are legalising its use for medical purposes in response to social pressure. Cannabinoids may be useful in the management of rheumatic disorders for two broad reasons: their anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory activity, and their effects on pain and associated symptoms. It is interesting to note that, although a wide range of medications are available for the treatment of inflammation, including an ever-lengthening list of biological medications, the same is not true of the treatment of chronic pain, a cardinal symptom of many rheumatological disorders.