The burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in India is alarmingly high and continues to increase exponentially. Not only Indians are at high risk of d...
Cardiac Sciences
Diabetes drug ineffective in advanced heart failure patients
New York : An injectable drug commonly used to treat Type 2 diabetes cannot improve the condition of patients with a high-risk of heart failure, a stu...
Traditional cholesterol testing may not predict heart disease
London : Traditional testing for the level of a specific component of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) the “good cholesterol” ...
Dental root tip infection linked to heart disease risk
Untreated infection of the root tip of a tooth which is common and often symptomless may increase the risk of heart diseases, new research suggests. &...
New lipid lowering drugs help patients reduce LDL cholesterol
A recent analysis indicates that adding new therapies called anti-PCSK9 antibodies to other lipid-lowering treatments can help patients lower their LD...
Unprotected left main- CAD-CABG or PCI?
Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is the standard of care for patients with unprotected left main coronary artery disease, but percutaneous coron...
Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil, may aid healing after heart attack
Study Highlight: Taking a high dose of omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil, daily for six months after a heart attack improved the function of the heart...
The Heart-Brain Connection: The Link between LQTS and Seizures
Researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center recently discovered a genetic link between Long QT Syndrome (LQTS), a rare cardiac rhythm di...
Moderate workout can lower heart disease risk in women
Washington : Spending two and a half hours a week doing light physical activity, like brisk walking, can lower the risk of coronary heart disease by 2...
Flu vaccine reduces risk of hospital stay for stroke, heart failure for diabetes patients
People with type 2 diabetes who receive the influenza vaccine may be less likely to be admitted to hospital for myocardial infarction, stroke and hear...