Publications by authors named "D Ameen"

Breast artery calcification (BAC) obtained from standard mammographic images is currently under evaluation to stratify risk of major adverse cardiovascular events in women. Measuring BAC using artificial intelligence (AI) technology, we aimed to determine the relationship between BAC and coronary artery calcification (CAC) severity with Major Adverse Cardiac Events (MACE). This retrospective study included women who underwent chest computed tomography (CT) within one year of mammography.

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Background: Primary aldosteronism (PA) is now recognized as the most prevalent form of secondary hypertension globally, contributing significantly to cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. This umbrella review aims to systematically compare cardiovascular outcomes and all-cause mortality in PA patients undergoing adrenalectomy versus mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist (MRA) treatment, aiming to inform optimal management strategies.

Method: Following PRISMA guidelines (Supplemental Digital Content 1, http://links.

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Article Synopsis
  • This umbrella review synthesizes findings from previous meta-analyses about the Triglyceride and Glucose (TyG) Index to inform clinicians and policymakers about its clinical relevance and potential health outcomes.
  • The review included a total of 32 studies and used comprehensive methods to analyze how the TyG index correlates with various health issues, like increased risks of kidney diseases, type 2 diabetes, and specific metabolic conditions.
  • Notably, a high TyG index is linked to serious health risks, including chronic kidney disease, diabetes, cognitive impairments, and cardiovascular problems, highlighting its significance as a biomarker in clinical settings.
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Background: Coronary artery disease including acute coronary syndrome (ACS) constitutes the most common cause of death in people with cardiovascular disease. Prompt diagnosis and early initiation of treatment significantly impact on patient outcomes. Positive patient experience with their initial care is linked to positive clinical outcomes.

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Background: Mechanical thrombectomy is a time-sensitive treatment, with rapid initiation and reduced delays being associated with better patient outcomes. Several systematic reviews reported on various interventions to address delays. Hence, we performed an umbrella review of systematic reviews to summarise the current evidence.

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