[Atrial fibrillation in three cardiological reference centers in Dakar: Senegal data from the AFRICA register survey].

Introduction: atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common cardiac rhythm disorder. Its prevalence is underestimated in Africa, hence the initiation of the Atrial Fibrillation Registry In Countries of Africa (AFRICA). The aim of our study was to describe, within the framework of the AFRICA registry, the epidemiological, clinical, paraclinical, therapeutic and evolutionary aspects of atrial fibrillation (AF) in Africa, particularly in Senegal.

[Evaluation of cardiovascular risk factors among the imams of Dakar: about 67 cases].

The prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors in the general population has been poorly studied in developing countries. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors in a population group in Senegal (the imams). We conducted a cross-sectional and descriptive observational study from April 18 to May 2, 2015.

Epidemiological, clinical and progressive aspects of arterial hypertension in older patients in Nouakchott (Mauritania).

Objective: To describe the epidemiological and clinical profile of hypertensives aged 60 years and over followed outpatient, at the National Heart Center of Nouakchott (CNC) in Mauritania.

Method: This is a descriptive, cross-sectional study conducted from February to July 2016, including elderly hypertensive patients, followed on an outpatient basis at the CNC.

Results: We had 150 patients representing 12.

Cardiac pacing challenge in Sub-Saharan Africa environnement: experience of the Cardiology Department of Teaching Hospital Aristide Le Dantec in Dakar.

Background: Cardiac pacing is a growing activity in Sub-Saharan Africa. There is little data on the characteristics of this interventional treatment in our regions. The goal was to evaluate the results of cardiac pacing in a referral service in sub-Saharan Africa.

Clinical Presentation, Risk Factor, and Outcomes of Acute Coronary Syndrome in Women at an Urban Referral Center in Dakar, Senegal.

Background: Cardiovascular disease is on the rise in Sub-Saharan countries. Recently, consistent studies have reported sex differences in the epidemiology of acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Although, data on the incidence of ACS in Sub-Saharan countries are not rare, few focused closely on women.

Risk assessment of the occurrence of sudden death related to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in Dakar.

Aim: The aim of this study was to assess of the risk of sudden death in a population of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy patients in Dakar.

Methods: This was a transverse study at the cardiology clinic of Aristide Le Dantec Hospital from January 2014 to June 2015. We used the European Society of Cardiology risk score to calculate this risk.

[Epidemiological features of cardiorenal syndrome: a study of 36 cases in the Cardiology Department in Dakar].

Introduction: Cardiorenal syndrome (CRS) is a pathophysiologic disorder of the heart and the kidneys whereby acute or chronic dysfunction in one organ may induce acute or chronic dysfunction of the other. In Africa, particularly in Senegal, the incidence of cardiorenal syndrome is not accurately known. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of CRS in the Cardiology Department.

Obstructive Primary Cardiac T-Cell Lymphoma: A Case Report from Senegal.

BACKGROUND Cardiac lymphoma is a rare entity, defined by the non-extra cardiac location at diagnosis. CASE REPORT Our patient was a 32-year-old female with no particular medical history, who presented with right heart failure with recurrent ascites and pleural effusion. There was a progressive worsening exertional dyspnea.

[Clinical, electrocardiographic and echocardiographic aspects in elderly hypertensive patients in Senegal].

Introduction: Arterial hypertension (HTA) in the elderly is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Our study aims to describe the clinical, electrocardiographic and echocardiographic aspects of Arterial hypertension in elderly patients.

Methods: We conducted a descriptive, cross-sectional study from January to September 2013.

Optimizing the management of acute coronary syndromes in sub-Saharan Africa: A statement from the AFRICARDIO 2015 Consensus Team.

Background: Whereas the coronary artery disease death rate has declined in high-income countries, the incidence of acute coronary syndromes (ACS) is increasing in sub-Saharan Africa, where their management remains a challenge.

Aim: To propose a consensus statement to optimize management of ACS in sub-Saharan Africa on the basis of realistic considerations.

Methods: The AFRICARDIO-2 conference (Yamoussoukro, May 2015) reviewed the ongoing features of ACS in 10 sub-Saharan countries (Benin, Burkina-Faso, Congo-Brazzaville, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Senegal, Togo), and analysed whether improvements in strategies and policies may be expected using readily available healthcare facilities.

Prevalence of rheumatic heart disease in Senegalese school children: a clinical and echocardiographic screening.

Objective: To study the prevalence of rheumatic heart disease (RHD) in schools (locally referred to as 'daaras') located in the city of Dakar and its suburbs using both clinical examination and echocardiography.

Methods: This is a cross-sectional study conducted from 9 August to 24 December 2011 involving 2019 pupils, aged between 5 and 18 years selected from the 16 'daaras' of the Academic Inspectorate (Inspection d'Académie) of the city of Dakar and its suburbs. Anamnestic, clinical and echocardiographic data were collected and entered into a questionnaire designed for the study.

Right-heart infective endocarditis: a propos of 10 cases.

The prevalence and characteristics of right heart endocarditis in Africa are not well known. The aim of this study was to describe the epidemiological, clinical and laboratory profiles of patients with right-heart infective endocarditis. This was a 10-year retrospective study conducted in 2 cardiology departments in Dakar, Senegal.

Risk factors for thrombosis in an african population.

Little is known about the biological, epidemiological, and clinical risk factors for thrombosis and venous thromboembolism (VTE) among Black Africans. We undertook a study of the prevalence of VTE risk factors for thrombosis in a Senegalese population. A three-year cross-sectional and case-control study involving 105 cases and 200 controls was conducted in various hospitals in Dakar (Senegal).

Fatal evolution of a huge right atrial free-floating thrombus.

Right atrial thrombus is a rare medical emergency that should be suspected in all cases of pulmonary embolism, and rapid action should be taken to ensure a timely, proper management.

Acute coronary syndrome in young Sub-Saharan Africans: a prospective study of 21 cases.

Background: Coronary heart disease remains the leading cause of death in developed countries. In Africa, the disease continues to rise with varying rates of progression in different countries. At present, there is little available work on its juvenile forms.

Prevalence and determinants of hypertension and associated cardiovascular risk factors: data from a population-based, cross-sectional survey in Saint Louis, Senegal.

Background: The incidence of cardiovascular disease is growing worldwide and this is of major public health concern. In sub-Saharan Africa, there is a lack of epidemiological data on the prevalence and distribution of risk factors of cardiovascular disease. This study aimed at assessing the prevalence of hypertension and other cardiovascular risk factors among an urban Senegalese population.

Sinus venosus atrial septal defect: a rare cause of misplacement of pacemaker leads.

Routine implantation of pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators is not commonly associated with complications. However, in some cases we see misplacement of pacemaker leads which is most often related to the presence of underlying cardiac anomalies. We report the case of misplacement of a pacemaker lead into the left ventricle of a 56-year-old patient paced in VVI/R mode and with a tined type pacemaker lead because of a symptomatic complete atrioventricular block.

Combination of left ventricular noncompaction and partial atrioventricular canal defect in a 21-year-old male: a case report.

Introduction: Left ventricular noncompaction (LVNC) is classified as a genetic cardiomyopathy characterized by a progressive systolic dysfunction. It may occur alone or in association with congenital cardiac anomalies. The combination of left ventricular noncompaction with partial atrioventricular canal defect is rare and has not, to our knowledge, been described previously.

Pregnancy in women with heart disease in sub-Saharan Africa.

Background: Although previous studies showed that pregnancy with heart disease is associated with significant complications, few focused on patients with valvular heart disease in sub-Saharan Africa.

Methods: We report maternal and foetal outcomes in 50 pregnant women with heart disease admitted to the Department of Cardiology of the University of Dakar, during an 8-year period.

Results: Rheumatic heart disease was observed in 46 women, seven of whom had previously been operated on.