ECG Simplified Full Series ECG stands for electrocardiogram, the recording of the electrical activity of the heart from the body surface. Direct recording of the electrical activity of
Barker’s hypothesis: Fetal origins of adult disease Fetal origins of adult disease is popularly known as Barker’s hypothesis. The concept was proposed by David Barker in 1990 and
Is one month DAPT enough for complex PCI? Dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) is often a concern in those with high bleeding risk. But the risk of stent thrombosis
Sinus node sparing hybrid thoracoscopic ablation for inappropriate sinus tachycardia Surgical and radiofrequency ablations for drug refractory inappropriate sinus tachycardia (IST) have been hitherto not very satisfactory, though
Indications for anticoagulation in native mitral valve disease As per earlier reports, anticoagulation in native valvular heart disease was considered when there is chronic or paroxysmal atrial fibrillation,
Amiodarone and thyroid – Wolff-Chaikoff effect and Jod-Basedow phenomenon It is well known that amiodarone, a commonly used anti-arrhythmic drug can cause thyroid dysfunction due to its iodine
How good is a wearable cardioverter defibrillator? Unlike the implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) which is implanted subcutaneously, wearable defibrillator (WCD) is worn as a vest. Defibrillation patch electrodes
Supplemental calcium may lower survival in elderly with aortic stenosis Elderly population is more likely to take calcium supplements with or without vitamin D, mainly for the beneficial
Breakthrough therapy designation for Mavacamten in HOCM USFDA has approved Mavacamten for the treatment of adults with symptomatic NYHA class II-III hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy (HOCM) to improve exercise
What are the cardiovascular benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT)? Guidelines of most medical societies recommend 150 minutes of moderate intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity physical
