Publications by authors named "Elisio Bulhoes"
Background: Catheter ablation is a key treatment for atrial fibrillation (AF), with high-power, very high-power short-duration and pulsed field ablation (PFA) being efficient options. However, direct comparisons between these techniques are lacking.
Objective: We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis, which included predominantly observational studies (four retrospective and one prospective study), to compare PFA and High-power short-duration (HPSD) and very high-power short-duration (vHPSD) radiofrequency (RF) ablation in patients with AF.
Background And Aims: Endoscopic drainage of malignant biliary obstruction using metal stents is widely used to treat obstructive jaundice. However, the occurrence of stent occlusion or migration raises the hypothesis using stents with larger diameters may be associated with better outcomes.
Methods: PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane databases were systematically searched for studies comparing 10-mm vs.
The rapid restoration of blood flow in patients with acute myocardial infarction with ST elevation through percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is crucial for the survival of this population. Attempts to decrease the time from diagnosis of ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) to arrival at the catheterization laboratory have been extensively investigated. However, strategies during the procedure aiming to reduce the time to reperfusion are lacking.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapy has shown promise in treating hematologic malignancies, yet its potential cardiotoxic effects require thorough investigation.
Objectives: We aim to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis to examine the cardiotoxic effects of CAR-T therapy in adults with hematologic malignancies.
Methods: We searched PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials for studies reporting cardiovascular outcomes, such as arrhythmias, heart failure, and reduced left ventricle ejection fraction (LVEF).
Background: The association between atrial fibrillation (AF) and mental health is well-documented, but the relative benefits of catheter ablation versus medical therapy on mental health and quality of life are not clearly understood. This study assesses the impact of these interventions on AF patients' mental health and quality of life.
Methods: Through a systematic review of PubMed, Scopus, and Cochrane databases, randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing catheter ablation to medical therapy for AF were analyzed.
Background: The benefit of catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) remains uncertain.
Objective: We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to compare catheter ablation and medical therapy (antiarrhythmics for rhythm or rate control) in patients with AF and HFpEF.
Methods: We searched PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials.
Background: Catheter ablation has become a widely accepted treatment for atrial fibrillation, but early recurrences remain a challenge, often attributed to inflammatory responses triggered during the procedure. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of colchicine in preventing short-term AF recurrence post-ablation.
Method: PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library were searched for studies comparing use of colchicine and placebo in patients after AF ablation.