Background Low socioeconomic status (SES) is linked to increased cardiovascular risk, but its association with carotid atherosclerosis in the general population is less well studied. We examined ...
Though the trial demonstrates the feasibility of the approach, future research is needed to assess the clinical impact.
Apple watches are proving useful in screening for the common heart rhythm disorder atrial fibrillation, or AFib, according to ...
Frequently a precursor to stroke or heart failure, a heart condition known as atrial fibrillation, goes undetected until it has progressed to an advanced stage. But atrial fibrillation, which is ...
Six-month smartwatch-based atrial fibrillation (AF) screening improves detection of new-onset AF among patients at elevated stroke risk.
Dutch trial establishes feasibility of screening approach in routine specialty care ...
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is related to inflammation in your body, like other heart disease. Some research suggests that inflammation can cause AFib or make it worse if you already have it. Other ...
A 68-year-old man without previous comorbidities presented to the emergency department with complaints of palpitations and giddiness. On examination, his pulse rate was 92 beats per minute, and his ...
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