Effect of angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist valsartan on cardiac remodeling and left ventricular function in patients with acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction.

Background: Left ventricular (LV) remodeling after acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is an important predictor of mid and long-term prognosis. Pathological cardiac remodeling is associated with the development of LV systolic dysfunction and of congestive heart failure. The role of angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors in preventing cardiac remodeling and LV function improvement is well-known.

Interoperable computerized smart card based system for health insurance and health services applied in cardiology.

In 1999 Romania started its health care reform by promulgating the Health Insurance Law. A functional and efficient health care system needs procedures for monitoring and evaluation of the medical services, communication between different service providers and entities involved in the system, integration and availability of the information. The final goal is a good response to the needs and demands of the patients and of the real life.