Publications by authors named "J Mazurek"

Pulmonary vascular disease (PVD), and in particular, pulmonary hypertension (PH), is a highly specialized area of medicine comprised of complex diagnostics, classification systems, risk assessment tools, and therapeutics, the correct application of which has been shown to impact patient outcomes. The PVD scientific and patient community recognizes the importance of standardization of care patterns and has thus implemented a clinical accreditation process for PH care centers across the United States. However, a similar standardization system is lacking in PVD sub-specialty provider training.

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Background: Increased epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) has adverse effects in cardiovascular diseases, independent of BMI. Estrogen levels may affect EAT accumulation. Little is known about the predictors and potential impact of EAT in pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

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Old age and illnesses can limit physical activity (PA). We have assessed the level of PA and its limitations in older people with diabetes (DM). Cross-sectional study, period: January and June 2024, place: Diabetes Center, subjects: patients (N = 207) > 64 years with DM), Surveying using: IPAQ, Accompanying Survey (AS).

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Objective: To systematically review the effectiveness of psychologically-enhanced cardiac rehabilitation (CR) in improving psychological and functional outcomes in patients with cardiovascular disease.

Data Sources: A systematic search was performed in PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Library, Embase, and Web of Science, up to January 31, 2024.

Study Selection: Two reviewers independently identified randomized clinical trials that evaluated the effectiveness of psychologically-enhanced CR in improving psychological and functional outcomes in patients with cardiovascular disease.

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