CARDIOLOGY: Rising C-section rate a concern in women with congenital heart diseaseLonger hospital stays, increased risk of cardiac complications noted CARDIOLOGY: Stenting leaps ahead of bypass surgery, but ideal balance unknownFrom 1995 to 2007, ratio of PCI to CABG rose from 1.7 to 3.7 Elderly exhibit seasonal trends in blood pressure Higher blood pressures seen in winter, prompting researchers to suggest closer monitoring of patients in cold weather DOCTOR TO DOCTOR: Atrial fibrillation explained Condition expected to become more common as population ages; choice of using rate control or rhythm control is still under discussion Drug-eluting stents better for diabetic patients Exercise is effective therapy for heart failure patients Patients in supervised sessions had lower rates of cardiovascular mortality and were less likely to be hospitalized for heart failure Faster treatment best in high-risk acute coronary syndrome patients But low-risk patients can safely wait a few days if necessary Home INR monitoring a safe alternative to clinic-based testing Jumpin’ JUPITER! People with normal cholesterol may benefit from statin therapy MS drug proves promising for cardiomyopathy Pump inserted percutaneously offers bridge in cardiogenic shock Surgeons in Vancouver first in North America to use device Practice Issues: Adverse Reactions Studies look at cardiovascular effects of glitazones and adverse drug events in the elderly. First Previous 88 89 90 Next Last
