Publications by authors named "Ross A Okazaki"
Background: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is commonly associated with cardiac structural abnormalities including mitral regurgitation (MR). Contemporary guidelines recommend consideration of early rhythm control strategies including catheter ablation (CA) for AF. However, the long-term efficacy of CA is highly variable across studies and patient populations, and the effect of coexisting MR on AF recurrence remains unclear.
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- * Common symptoms of PAD, like claudication and chronic limb-threatening ischemia, significantly reduce a person's ability to function and diminish their quality of life.
- * Current treatments aim to ease symptoms, enhance life quality, and prevent serious cardiovascular issues, consisting of various medications, exercise programs, and lifestyle changes like quitting smoking.