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ApoB and Non-HDL Cholesterol in Cardiovascular Risk Assessment

…low density lipoprotein (VLDL) Chylomicrons and other triglyceride rich particles Thus, non HDL C provides a broader estimate of atherogenic cholesterol than LDL C alone…

NSTEMI (Non-ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction) & Unstable Angina: Diagnosis, Criteria, ECG, Management

…on the other hand, is caused by a complete coronary artery occlusion, which results in the complete stop of blood flow and thus more extensive…

Myocardial Infarction with Non-Obstructive Coronary Arteries: Causes, Work-up and Management

…Definition and clinical concept Myocardial infarction with non obstructive coronary arteries (MINOCA) describes a clinical presentation in which the patient has symptoms suggestive of acute…

Fractional Flow Reserve and Non-Hyperaemic Pressure Ratios

…in the context of the clinical presentation and other findings. A reduced CFR may occur with angiographically insignificant epicardial disease because of abnormalities in the…

NSTEMI: Risk Stratification and Timing of the Invasive Strategy

…NSTE ACS low enough that non invasive evaluation is more appropriate? The presence of extensive comorbidity may alter the balance between procedural risk and benefit…

Ezetimibe: Place in Therapy and Expected LDL-C Reduction

…remains the foundation of lipid lowering treatment for patients with chronic coronary syndrome, acute coronary syndrome (ACS), atherosclerotic peripheral arterial disease, and other very high…

🟠 Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic acid)

…Interactions Pharmacodynamic interactions Anticoagulants, thrombolytics, or other platelet aggregation inhibitors: Salicylates inhibit platelet function and enhance the effect of anticoagulants, increasing bleeding risk. Monitor coagulation…

LDL Cholesterol Targets Across Cardiovascular Risk Categories

…reflects the concentration of circulating atherogenic particles because each apoB containing particle carries one apoB molecule. LDL C, non HDL C and apoB are usually…

Artifacts in ultrasound imaging

…ultrasound imaging: The ultrasound image displays non existing structures. The ultrasound image does not display existing structures. The ultrasound image misrepresents the echogenicity of structures…

Familial and Genetic Screening in Premature Cardiovascular Disease

…X linked or other non autosomal dominant mechanisms. Complex or multifactorial genetic architecture. The inheritance pattern affects the appropriate scope and duration of family surveillance…

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