Atrial Fibrillation
DOACs lower stroke, raise hemorrhage risk in those with prior brain hemorrhage plus AF
The benefit of direct oral anticoagulants on stroke risk in patients with prior intracerebral hemorrhage and atrial fibrillation was partially offset by increased risk for future hemorrhage risk, a speaker reported.
Pig kidneys, CMS decisions: Top transplant-related news in 2024
Healio has compiled a list of the most-read nephrology transplant news stories in 2024.
Q&A: New stroke guidance highlights risk for women with endometriosis, early menopause
New guidance on primary prevention of stroke from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association states women with endometriosis and early menopause are at higher risk, requiring a thorough history and tailored management.
Extremely low sugar intake may not be necessary to prevent heart disease
Swedish researchers reported that “extremely low” sugar intake may not be necessary to prevent heart disease, and some treats throughout the week may be acceptable as moderate intake was associated with reduced CV risk.
Q&A: Considerations for arrhythmia risk management after COVID-19 infection
SARS-CoV-2 infection and subsequent COVID-19 are linked to elevated risk for abnormal heart rhythms, and understanding underlying mechanisms and management strategies are clinically important objectives, researchers reported.
‘Please talk about it’: Patients with heart disease want more guidance on sexual health
CHICAGO — Results from a new survey highlight a gap between patients’ information needs about sexual health and the actual support provided by health care professionals.