Publications by authors named "Belen Peiro-Aventin"
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the incidence, mechanisms, and predictors of sudden death (SD) in patients with cardiac amyloidosis, a serious heart condition.
- It analyzed data from 784 patients with either ATTR or AL cardiac amyloidosis, finding that SD is more common in AL patients compared to those with ATTR.
- Key risk factors for SD include previous pacemaker implantation for ATTR patients and the use of beta-blockers and advanced heart failure symptoms (NYHA III-IV) for AL patients.
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to explore the prevalence of transthyretin amyloidosis variant cardiomyopathy (ATTRv-CM) among relatives at risk, assess the effectiveness of repeated evaluations, and analyze first-line diagnostic methods like ECG and echocardiogram.
- Among 159 relatives evaluated, 25% were diagnosed with ATTRv-CM, and half of those diagnosed exhibited heart failure symptoms, showcasing a high negative predictive value for screening based on specific criteria.
- The findings emphasize the need for ongoing monitoring, as 13% of patients with ATTRv-CM showed no initial cardiac signs, suggesting regular follow-up testing is crucial for early detection and management.