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Efficacy and safety of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for cardiogenic shock complicating myocardial infarction: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has been presented as a potential therapeutic option for patients with cardiogenic shock complicating myocardial …
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Changes in patient profiles in the cardiology department of the University Hospital Gabriel Touré (UH-GT) : results of two cross-sectional studies of 2010 and 2022
BACKGROUND: Little is known about patient profile changes in medical facilities in our country, leading to this study to describe …
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Determinants of mortality in hypertensive patients admitted with COVID-19: a single-centre retrospective study at a tertiary hospital in South Africa
BACKGROUND: The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has significantly impacted global health, with successive outbreaks leading to substantial morbidity and …
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Primary surgical repair of tetralogy of fallot at the Uganda Heart Institute: a ten-year review of 30day mortality and morbidity
BACKGROUND: Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) is the most common form of cyanotic congenital heart disease (CHD) worldwide. It accounts for …
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Recovery of left ventricular systolic function in peripartum cardiomyopathy: an observational study from rural Tanzania
BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to evaluate the recovery rate of the left ventricular systolic function of women …
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The burden and natural history of cardiac pathology at TB diagnosis in a high-HIV prevalence district in Zambia: protocol for the TB-Heart study
BACKGROUND: Tuberculosis (TB) continues to be a major cause of death across sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). In parallel, non-communicable disease and …
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Assessment of subclinical left ventricular systolic and diastolic dysfunction in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus under follow-up at Tikur Anbessa specialized hospital, Ethiopia: a case-control study
BACKGROUND: Individuals with diabetes mellitus are at increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, which in turn are the most common cause …
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Acute coronary syndrome patterns in the Young: risk factor profile and in-hospital outcomes in a tertiary referral hospital in Kenya
INTRODUCTION: Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) accounts for coronary artery disease (CAD) -related morbidity and mortality. There has been growing concern …
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Effect of residual myocardial ischemia on recovery of left ventricular function after primary percutaneous coronary intervention
BACKGROUND: It is unknown whether the existence of severe bystander damage will affect left ventricular (LV) healing following primary percutaneous …
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Age and healthy lifestyle behavior’s disparities and similarities on knowledge of myocardial infarction symptoms and risk factors among public and outpatients in a resource-limited setting, cross-sectional study in greater Gaborone, Botswana
OBJECTIVES: In this cross-sectional study from Botswana, we investigated knowledge of myocardial infarction (MI) symptoms and risk factors among the …
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In emergency hypertension, could biomarkers change the guidelines?
BACKGROUND: Hypertension may cause target organ damage (TOD). Target blood pressure (BP) management may not be appropriate in some conditions. …
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Outcomes post Ozaki procedure among children with aortic valve disease at Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania: a retrospective descriptive study
BACKGROUND: Aortic valve reconstruction using glutaraldehyde-treated autologous pericardium, also called Ozaki procedure, is a surgical procedure for patients with aortic …
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Predictors of non-obstructive coronary slow flow in poorly controlled type 2 diabetes mellitus: a cross-sectional study
BACKGROUND: Coronary slow flow (CSF) can occur due to various factors, such as inflammation, small vessel disease, endothelial dysfunction, and …
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Angiographic characteristics of coronary artery disease in patients undergoing diagnostic coronary angiography at a tertiary hospital in Tanzania
BACKGROUND: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is an important cause of global burden of disease. There is a paucity of data …
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BRASH syndrome with a complete heart block- a case report
INTRODUCTION: BRASH syndrome (Bradycardia, Renal failure, Atrioventricular (AV) nodal blocking agent, Shock and Hyperkalemia) is a recently emerging diagnosis that …
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Wellens Syndrome: prevalence, risk factors and coronary angiographic variation. A cross-sectional study
BACKGROUND: Wellens syndrome complicates acute coronary syndrome and, if unmanaged, can lead to immanent myocardial infarction. This study aimed towards …
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Drug therapy problems among hospitalized patients with cardiovascular disease
BACKGROUND: Optimal utilization of cardiovascular drugs is crucial in reducing morbidity and mortality associated with cardiovascular diseases. However, the effectiveness …
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Transcatheter aortic valve implantation versus surgical aortic valve replacement for pure aortic regurgitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 33,484 patients
Abstract Introduction The published studies comparing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) and surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) in pure aortic …
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Drug-coated balloons versus drug-eluting stents in patients with acute myocardial infarction undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention: an updated meta-analysis with trial sequential analysis
BACKGROUND: Drug-coated balloons (DCBs) are an established strategy for coronary artery disease. However, the new generation drug-eluting stent (DES) is …
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Prevalence, patterns and associated risk factors for dyslipidaemia among individuals attending the diabetes clinic at a tertiary hospital in Central Malawi
BACKGROUND: Dyslipidaemia among individuals with diabetes is a significant modifiable risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases (ASCVDs). ASCVDs are a …