Publications by authors named "Netanel Zacks"
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- - The study investigates the relationship between peak high-sensitivity cardiac troponin (hs-cTn) levels and one-year mortality in patients admitted to intensive cardiovascular care units (ICCU) from 2019 to 2023.
- - A total of 4149 patients were analyzed, revealing that those with hs-cTnI levels ≥100,000 ng/L had a significantly higher risk of mortality compared to lower levels, particularly in non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) cases.
- - The findings suggest that while high hs-cTnI levels indicate poor prognosis, the impact on mortality rates varies notably between patients with ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and NSTEMI, indicating a need
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- Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) is a significant global health issue, with younger patients often affected by genetic and electrical disorders, while older patients commonly suffer from ischemic heart disease.
- A study involving 92 patients revealed that the majority had acute coronary syndrome, with many undergoing treatments like targeted temperature management and coronary angiography, but only half received percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).
- Despite the challenges, most patients survived hospitalization, suggesting that improving awareness and treatment guidelines could enhance outcomes for those experiencing OHCA.
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- The study investigates the incidence of fatal heart complications, specifically ventricular fibrillation (VF) and sustained ventricular tachycardia (VT), in patients with non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) admitted to an intensive coronary care unit (ICCU).
- Out of 732 NSTEMI patients monitored, only three (0.4%) developed VF/VT during their stay, with none of the patients experiencing mortality in a year following treatment.
- The findings indicate that VF/VT occurrences in NSTEMI patients under current treatment guidelines are infrequent, suggesting that routine ICCU monitoring may not be necessary for these patients.
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- The study investigates how the Israel-Hamas war in 2023 impacted cardiovascular health, focusing on the admissions and outcomes in a specialized cardiac care unit.
- Researchers analyzed data from 556 patients admitted during the war's initial three months and compared it to a similar timeframe in 2022.
- The findings showed a decline in Arab patient admissions and an increase in STEMI cases during the war, yet the overall in-hospital mortality rates remained comparable between the two periods.
Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are commonly administered at a level that is lower than that recommended by dose reduction criteria. This raises concern regarding the adequacy of anticoagulation achieved. To evaluate the relationship between inappropriate dosing and DOAC levels.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFData are limited on the effects of drug interactions on direct-acting oral anticoagulant (DOAC) levels. We evaluated the effects of the use of interacting drugs on DOAC levels in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). We reviewed data of AF patients tested for DOAC levels in 2013-2017.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe role of drug-level monitoring among patients using direct-acting oral anticoagulant (DOAC) is unclear. We aimed to investigate its 'real-life' utilization and effect on clinical management. A review of records of patients who underwent DOAC level testing during 2013-2017.
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