16 fold higher risk of cancer with peripartum cardiomyopathy German cancer registry (Robert-Koch-Institute) data has shown a 16 fold risk of cancer in those with peripartum cardiomyopathy [1].
Prediction of heart failure in leukemia Researchers have developed a twenty one point score to predict the development of heart failure in acute leukemia patients treated with anthracyclines
Machine learning to predict risk of MI and CV death Machine learning has been used to predict the long term risk of myocardial infarction and cardiac death in
Long working hours – masked and sustained hypertension Long working hours has been shown to give rise to masked and sustained hypertension in a study published in the
Cardiology MCQ – Type of respiratory failure in shock Type of respiratory failure in shock: Correct answer: 4. Type 4 Type 1: Hypoxic respiratory failure Type 2: Hypercapnic
Potential risks of hyperoxemia Potential risks of hyperoxemia: Detrimental effects due to vasoconstriction of the vasculature Generation of reactive oxygen species which could cause: Toxic myocardial contractile dysfunction
Anti hypertensive medication can reduce BP variability Blood pressure variability can be assessed either from ambulatory BP recordings or from multiple clinic visit recordings. BP variability is associated
Cardiology MCQ – Classic cardiogenic shock – Answer “Classic” cardiogenic shock having hypotension with features of hypoperfusion, needing inotropes and mechanical circulatory support comes under Stage — of
