Top stories in cardiology: Low-dose, triple combination therapy effective for hypertension; FDA approves beta-blocker

Among the top stories in cardiology is research that found that patients with mild to moderate hypertension who were treated with a pill that contained low doses of three antihypertensive drugs were likely to achieve target BP goals.

Another top story was on the FDA approval of a beta-blocker for patients who have trouble swallowing. Additional top stories include studies indicating that anthracycline therapy decreased left ventricular mass in breast cancer, the Cleveland Clinic ranked as the No. 1 hospital in the country for cardiology and heart surgery, and dietary changes can be critical in preventing cardiovascular disease.

Low-dose, triple combination therapy effective in mild to moderate hypertension

Patients with mild to moderate hypertension who were treated with a pill that contained low doses of three antihypertensive drugs were more likely to achieve target BP goals compared with those who received usual care, according to a study published in JAMA. Read More.

Beta-blocker for patients with trouble swallowing garners approval

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. announced the FDA approval and U.S. launch of a beta-blocker in an extended-release capsule for patients who have trouble swallowing. Read More.

Anthracycline therapy decreases LV mass in breast cancer

Women with breast cancer who underwent anthracycline therapy had a decrease in left ventricular mass that potentially resulted from cardiomyocyte atrophy, according to a study published in JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging. Read More.

Cleveland Clinic ranked top US hospital for cardiology, heart surgery

Cleveland Clinic has been named the No. 1 hospital in the country for cardiology and heart surgery by the U.S. News & World Report 2018-2019 Best Hospitals rankings. Read More.

Improvements needed in healthy food access, education to prevent CVD

Positive changes in diet can be critical in preventing CVD, although various factors can hinder patients from accessing healthy foods, according to a review published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Read More.