Relation of number of complex coronary lesions to serum C-reactive protein levels and major adverse cardiovascular events at one year.

This study investigated the relation among serum C-reactive protein (CRP), number of complex coronary lesions, and adverse cardiovascular events at 1 year. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed. Of 283 patients who had acute coronary syndrome, a single complex lesion was present in 32%, multiple complex lesions were identified in 23%, and no complex lesion was documented in 45%.

Magnitude and impact of treatment delays on weeknights and weekends in patients undergoing primary angioplasty for acute myocardial infarction (the cadillac trial).

In 2,082 patients in the CADILLAC trial, the outcomes of patients presenting during peak hours were compared with those presenting during peak hours (Monday to Friday 8a.m. to 8 p.

Adverse outcome in aortic sclerosis is associated with coronary artery disease and inflammation.

Objectives: The present study was designed to evaluate the relationship between the presence of aortic sclerosis, serologic markers of inflammation, and adverse cardiovascular outcomes.

Background: Aortic sclerosis is associated with adverse cardiovascular outcomes. However, the mechanism by which such nonobstructive valve lesions impart excess cardiovascular risk has not been delineated.

Percutaneous coronary interventions in octogenarians. glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptor inhibitors' safety profile.

Objectives: This study was designed to evaluate the safety profile of glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptor inhibitors (GPI) in octogenarians undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).

Background: Patients > or =80 years old constitute the fastest growing segment of the U.S.