The Hidden Burden of Subclinical Hypothyroidism: When to Treat and When to Watch

The Hidden Burden of Subclinical Hypothyroidism: When to Treat and When to Watch Check back later for a possible video summary. Videos are created for most articles.   Abstract Background:Subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) is defined by elevated serum thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels alongside normal free thyroxine

Polypills for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention: Smart Innovation or Oversimplification?

Polypills for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention: Smart Innovation or Oversimplification? Check back later for a possible video summary. Videos are created for most articles. Abstract The polypill, a fixed-dose combination of multiple cardiovascular medications in a single pill, represents a major shift in

Cholesterol Guidelines 2025: Should Age 40 Be the New Threshold for Statin Therapy?

Cholesterol Guidelines 2025: Should Age 40 Be the New Threshold for Statin Therapy?   Introduction Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death for most racial and ethnic groups, with cholesterol guidelines playing a crucial role in prevention strategies. Dyslipidemia stands

Postpartum Hemorrhage Patients: Practical Research For Future Cardiovascular Events Risk

Postpartum Hemorrhage Patients: Practical Research For Future Cardiovascular Events Risk Overview The study aimed to explore the link between postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) and future cardiovascular disease. This population-based retrospective cohort study utilized record linkage between the Aberdeen Maternity and Neonatal Databank (AMND) and Scottish healthcare datasets. The research was conducted in the

Protein In Diet From Plant Or Animal: Cardiovascular Outcomes In Men

Protein In Diet From Plant Or Animal: Cardiovascular Outcomes In Men Overview In this cross-sectional study involving 357 elderly men, the research aimed to explore the relationship between dietary protein intake—both total and categorized as plant or animal protein—and cardiovascular outcomes and inflammatory factors. Utilizing a reliable food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) to

N95 Mask Wearing By Dentists: An Evaluation Of Cardiovascular Effects

N95 Mask Wearing By Dentists: An Evaluation Of Cardiovascular Effects Overview Limited research exists on cardiovascular changes in dentists using N95 respirators or surgical mask-covered N95s during pediatric dental procedures. This crossover clinical trial involved 18 healthy dentists, exploring cardiovascular responses while treating pediatric patients with either an N95 respirator or a

Acute Gout And Cardiovascular Events: Exploring the Role of Inflammation

Acute Gout And Cardiovascular Events: Exploring The Role Of Inflammation Overview In this study, the association between hospital admissions due to acute gout and major adverse cardiovascular events (MACEs) was investigated using data from the Hospital Morbidity Data Collection and Death Registrations of the Western Australian Rheumatic Disease Epidemiology Registry. The aim

Reevaluating the Annual ECG: Screening Tool or Waste of Resources?