Sacubitril/Valsartan plus RFCA improves rhythm control in hypertensive NPAF patients
ARNI plus RFCA improves heart rhythm control in hypertension patients
This randomized controlled trial in 240 hypertensive patients with nonparoxysmal atrial fibrillation compared sacubitril/valsartan plus radi…
Adding sacubitril/valsartan to a heart procedure helped more patients stay in normal rhythm and lowered blood pressure markers.
Personalized medication regimens improved blood pressure control in 776 hypertensive outpatients over eight weeks
Personalized drug plans may lower uncontrolled blood pressure risk in hypertension patients
This multicenter, single-blind, prospective, randomized controlled trial enrolled 776 hypertensive outpatients across eight hospitals.
A trial of 776 patients found personalized medication plans based on genetics improved blood pressure control and reduced drug use.
Systematic review shows regional differences in HS comorbidity prevalence across North America, Europe, and Asia
Regional differences in health risks for hidradenitis suppurativa patients
This systematic review and meta-analysis examines the prevalence of hidradenitis suppurativa-associated comorbidities across North America, …
A meta-analysis reveals how hidradenitis suppurativa patients in North America, Europe, and the Middle East/Asia face different odds for dia…
Surgical treatment for gouty tophi wounds associated with high healing rates in retrospective study
Surgery may help heal gouty tophi wounds
This retrospective cohort study of 130 patients with gouty tophi wounds in China observed high wound healing rates following surgical interv…
A small study shows that surgical treatment, including wound cleaning and vacuum drainage, helped most patients with gouty tophi wounds heal…
Narrative review links ultra-processed food to obesity and multiple metabolic conditions
Is Ultra-Processed Food Driving Obesity And Infertility
This narrative review examines the association between ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption and adverse health outcomes.
Ultra-processed foods might hurt your health by causing weight gain or by acting directly on your body without weight gain at all.
Higher sdLDL-C Linked to Lower Kidney Stone Risk in Two Cohorts
High Cholesterol Might Actually Lower Kidney Stone Risk
This cross-sectional study of 757 Chinese adults and 9,721 NHANES participants found that higher serum small dense LDL cholesterol (sdLDL-C)…
A specific type of cholesterol may actually help prevent kidney stones in adults across different populations.
Narrative review discusses hypertension risks in oncology patients receiving VEGF pathway inhibitors
Blood Pressure Spikes During Cancer Therapy: What Patients Need to Know
This narrative review examines hypertension management in oncology patients treated with VEGF pathway inhibitors, RAAS inhibitors, and calci…
High blood pressure is a common side effect of certain cancer drugs, but early detection and the right medications can protect your heart.
Non-invasive ultrasound defines snuffbox artery RI and PI reference ranges in healthy volunteers versus ICU patients with septic shock or hypertension
New blood flow numbers reveal hidden risks in shock patients
This prospective observational cohort study included 91 healthy volunteers and 55 ICU patients at a 4,900-bed tertiary care hospital in Chin…
A simple finger test now shows hidden blood flow problems that standard checks miss in sick patients.
Poor R-wave progression and all-cause mortality in adults without coronary artery disease
Heart rhythm pattern shows borderline link to death risk
This cohort study of 6,323 adults from the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis examined the association between poor R-wave progression an…
A long-term look at heart electrical patterns suggests a possible, though uncertain, link to higher mortality in some adults.
Hypertension status associated with reduced gut archaeal richness and distinct community structure in a cohort of 246 samples
Gut’s Forgotten Microbes Linked to High Blood Pressure
This cohort study analyzed 246 fecal metagenomic samples from 83 healthy controls and 163 individuals with hypertension.
A newly studied group of gut microbes, long ignored by science, is dramatically less common in people with high blood pressure — and may one…
Machine learning analysis identifies associations between multi-chemical exposure clusters and hypertension prevalence
Pollutants Linked to High Blood Pressure Risk in Millions
This machine learning analysis of NHANES 2017-2018 data examines the relationship between multi-chemical exposure clusters and hypertension …
New analysis shows a mix of air pollutants drives higher blood pressure risk for millions of US adults, especially Black communities and pol…
Meta-analysis suggests Hatha yoga may improve blood pressure and glucose in non-communicable disease patients
Simple Yoga Moves Could Help Manage Heart Disease Risks
This meta-analysis evaluated Hatha yoga interventions in patients diagnosed with non-communicable diseases including Type 2 Diabetes and hyp…
Adding yoga to your daily routine may lower blood pressure and blood sugar for people with sedentary lifestyles and heart risks.