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VISTA 16: anti-inflammatory agent in acute coronary syndromes

There is evidence that inflammation would have an impact on the prognosis of patients experiencing acute coronary...

TOPCAT: Spironolactone in heart failure with preserved ejection fraction

The aldosterone blockade has shown benefit in the treatment of heart failure with systolic dysfunction after stroke....

Plastic versus mitral valve replacement in ischemic mitral regurgitation

Unlike degenerative mitral insufficiency, ischemic failure is due to an increase in the left ventricular cavity, the...

MINERVA trial: DDDR versus DDDRP-MVP in patients with bradycardia

The sinus node disease is approximately 50 % of pacemaker implants. Atrial fibrillation is a frequent comorbidity...

HF ROSE: Dopamine and Neseritide in heart failure associated with renal dysfunction

Previous small studies have suggested that low-dose dopamine or neseritide can enhance congestive signs of acute heart...

MICROCLINIC: A healthy lifestyle can influence others

This randomized study conducted in a rural area consisted of an educational program of 9-10 months to...

Promoting cardiovascular health in the preschool age

Cardiovascular disease is the worldwide leading cause of death. Changes in lifestyle, diet and sedentary routine have...