Publications by authors named "Marlon V Gatuz"
Polyvascular disease, is a prevalent comorbidity among patients with acute heart failure (AHF). Previous research has shown that polyvascular disease is a poor prognostic factor in patients with heart failure. However, data on the relationship between the extent of vascular disease involvement and outcomes in AHF patients are limited.
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- Cardiogenic shock (CS) is a critical concern for patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI), particularly those with multiple vascular diseases, leading to higher mortality rates.
- The study analyzed data from over 136,000 patients with AMI and CS, revealing that as the number of diseased vascular beds increases, the likelihood of receiving invasive procedures like PCI and CABG decreases, which also correlates with worse health outcomes.
- The findings emphasize the need for early detection and aggressive treatment of polyvascular disease to improve management and outcomes for AMI patients experiencing cardiogenic shock.
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- Diabetes mellitus (DM) worsens the outcomes for patients suffering from acute myocardial infarction (AMI) complicated by cardiogenic shock (CS) and polyvascular disease, increasing their risk of serious health issues.
- A study analyzing over 39,000 patients found that those with DM were younger and more likely to be female, and they faced a 17% higher risk of mortality as well as an increased chance of adverse cardiovascular events compared to those without DM.
- The results highlight the need for specialized care and interventions for patients with DM and AMI complicated by CS, as these individuals experience longer hospital stays and higher costs due to their increased health risks.