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Higher cardiovascular risks in Kawasaki disease persist 10-plus years
November 8, 2020
Researchers evaluated the incidence of myocardial infarction, stroke, death, and more in a follow-up study of Kawasaki disease survivors, compared to unaffected children.
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First-of-its kind guideline on lipid monitoring in endocrine diseases
November 6, 2020
A new guideline from the Endocrine Society calls for heightened awareness of cholesterol management and treatment in endocrine diseases beyond diabetes; the aim is to make lipid panel routine in assessment.
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Biometric changes on fitness trackers, smartwatches detect COVID-19
November 5, 2020
Adding passively monitored physiologic data from wearable devices to self-reported symptom data enhances an app’s ability to discriminate between COVID-19 positivity and negativity, new data show.
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New return-to-play recommendations for athletes with COVID-19
November 4, 2020
The American College of Cardiology’s Sports and Exercise Cardiology Section has updated its May 2020 recommendations on safe return to play among athletes affected by COVID-19.
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Medicare fines half of hospitals for readmitting too many patients
November 4, 2020
A hospital will be penalized if its readmission rate is higher than expected given national trends in select categories.
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HF an added risk in COVID-19, regardless of ejection fraction
November 3, 2020
A history of HF was associated with a near doubling risk of in-hospital mortality and ICU care.
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Updated heart failure measures add newer meds
November 2, 2020
Updated measures for heart failure account for newer medications, drug titration in cardiac resynchronization therapy, and patient-reported outcomes.
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Echocardiography in AMI not associated with improved outcomes
October 30, 2020
Does the use of echocardiography have any association with outcomes in acute myocardial infarction (AMI)?
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Valvular disease and COVID-19 are a deadly mix; don’t delay intervention
October 27, 2020
International registry data make a strong case for not deferring valve interventions during pandemic.
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When should students resume sports after a COVID-19 diagnosis?
October 23, 2020
While many patients will be ready to gradually return to play after quarantining, cardiac symptoms should prompt additional evaluation.
