The inhibition of PCSK9 lowered LDL cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of cardiovascular events. However, the effect on patients who have undergone surgical myocardial revascularization has not yet been evaluated. From January 2017 to December 2022, 180 dyslipidemic patients who underwent coronary artery bypass were included in the study.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The use of transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) continues to grow worldwide. Despite increased operator experience, evolution of the technique, and deflectable catheters, major complications still occur in ≤ 6% up to 8% of cases. Such major complications have been associated with a 2- to threefold increase in 30-day mortality.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Sufentanil sublingual tablet system (SSTS) (Zalviso) is a sublingual system for patient controlled analgesia, demonstrated to be an effective strategy for pain control after major abdominal and orthopedic surgery. We present a prospective observational study on the use of SSTS for the management of postoperative pain after thoracic surgery. The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of Zalviso in reducing pain scores and increasing respiratory ability during postoperative period.
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