Clinical Cardiology Alert – November 1, 2012
November 1, 2012
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Beta-Blockers and CAD?
Beta-blockers have long been a cornerstone of therapy for patients who have suffered myocardial infarction (MI). However, most studies of beta blockade following MI were performed before the current era of reperfusion therapy, statins, and antiplatelet agents. -
High-Risk PCI with Hemodynamic Support — Impella or IABP?
In patients with severe coronary artery disease (CAD) and depressed left ventricular (LV) function, coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery remains the recommended treatment. -
Non-Cardiac Surgery After Coronary Stenting
The risks of noncardiac surgery after stent implantation are unclear, but have important implications for patient management. -
Safety of High- vs Moderate-Intensity Exercise for Cardiac Rehabilitation
Current guidelines recommend cardiac rehabilitation using moderate exercise programs for most ischemic heart disease (IHD) patients. Also, studies have shown that the intensity of exercise is directly related to the cardioprotective effects. -
Defibrillation Testing: Is it Necessary with ICD Implantation?
This paper reports the results of the Safety of Two Strategies of ICD Management at Implantation (SAFE-ICD) study. -
Clinical Briefs in Primary Care Supplement
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Pharmacology Watch: Do Benzodiazepines Cause Dementia in the Elderly?
Dementia and benzodiazepines; effectiveness of omega-3 fatty acid and Ginkgo biloba supplements; and FDA actions.