Derivatives of reactive oxygen metabolites correlates with high-sensitivity C-reactive protein.

Aim: High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) is a predictor of cardiovascular events. Although oxidative stress may also be related to cardiovascular disease, there are few studies comparing the two. We therefore examined the association of hsCRP, serum lipids, and derivatives of reactive oxygen metabolites (D-ROMs) in coronary artery disease.

Repeated sauna treatment improves vascular endothelial and cardiac function in patients with chronic heart failure.

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to determine the mechanism by which 60 degrees C sauna treatment improves cardiac function in patients with chronic heart failure (CHF).

Background: We have previously reported that repeated 60 degrees C sauna treatment improves hemodynamic data and clinical symptoms in patients with CHF. We hypothesized that the sauna restores endothelial function and then improves cardiac function.