Top news of April: Updates on SGLT2 inhibitors; heart healthy diets; and more
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Healio and Cardiology Today have compiled the top cardiology headlines of April 2023.
Readers were most interested in the reduced risk for sudden cardiac death conferred by SGLT2 inhibitor therapy; red meat’s adverse effects on the heart; a trial of statin therapy for patients with HIV stopped early due to success; and more.
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SGLT2 inhibitor therapy reduces sudden cardiac death risk in heart failure
SGLT2 inhibitor therapy in patients with heart failure is associated with a significantly lower incidence of sudden cardiac death vs. placebo, with the benefit persisting independent of other guideline-directed medical therapies. Read more
Effectiveness of common blood pressure drugs varies widely
Blood pressure lowering with common antihypertension drugs varies widely among adults with hypertension, yet greater reductions are possible with personalized therapy, researchers reported. Read more
Regular red meat consumption linked to ischemic heart disease
Increased consumption of red meat — processed or not — was associated with future risk for ischemic heart disease, according to a large study using data from the UK Biobank. Read more
Trial stopped early due to success of statins for CVD prevention in people with HIV
The NIH announced a trial it is funding has been stopped early because an interim analysis found daily statin use greatly prevented major adverse CV events in people living with HIV. Read more
ACC expert consensus pathway highlights ‘revolutionary’ advances in HFpEF management
HF with preserved ejection fraction is a complex condition with multiple overlapping comorbidities that requires timely diagnosis and optimal guideline-based therapies, according to new guidance from the American College of Cardiology. Read more
Polypill for blood pressure lowering may improve adherence and reduce mortality
A renin-angiotensin system combination polypill to treat high BP was associated with improved adherence and lower all-cause mortality and CV event rates vs. taking multiple pills. Read more
DASH, Mediterranean, vegetarian eating plans best align with AHA dietary guidance
The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension eating plan, Mediterranean and vegetarian-based diets best meet 2021 American Heart Association dietary guidelines for CV health, whereas other popular plans fall short. Read more
High salt intake linked to hardened heart, neck arteries
In a Swedish cohort, higher salt intake was associated with hardening of the heart and neck arteries, even in individuals with normal BP. Read more
AI identifies reasons for statin nonuse in patients with diabetes at a single center
A deep learning model utilized unstructured electronic health record data to identify specific patient-, physician- and system-level reasons for statin nonuse among patients with diabetes. Read more
The Take Home: ACC Scientific Session
The ACC Scientific Session was held March 4 to 6 in New Orleans. Healio | Cardiology Today was on-site for the latest news in cardiology and experts’ reactions to it. Read more
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