Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38224293/
Congenital tricuspid valve stenosis is extremely rare. We describe 2 cases of patients with adult congenital heart disease with hypoplastic tricuspid valve annulus who were symptomatic from annular- and leaflet-level...
Two adult congenital heart disease patients with hypoplastic tricuspid valve annulus and stenosis underwent successful transcatheter balloon valvuloplasty, offering a reasonable first-line treatment or bridge to valve replacement.
Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38828236/
Blood-filled cysts of the heart valves are frequently reported at postpartum autopsies of infants. They are seen as round nodules mostly in the paediatric age group in infants less than...
This case report describes an 11-month-old girl with a blood-filled cyst on the pulmonary valve, successfully treated. It highlights the need for further research on diagnosis and treatment in pediatric patients.
Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38885303/
Myocardial infarction is a cardiovascular disease characterized by a high incidence rate and mortality. It leads to various cardiac pathophysiological changes, including ischemia/reperfusion injury, inflammation, fibrosis, and ventricular remodeling, which...
Cardiac patches, using advanced scaffolds and delivery strategies, show promise for treating myocardial infarction by addressing ischemia, inflammation, and fibrosis, promoting cardiac repair, and overcoming limitations of current therapies.
Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38927607/
Cardiac remodeling and ventricular pacing represent intertwined phenomena with profound implications for cardiovascular health and therapeutic interventions. This review explores the intricate relationship between cardiac remodeling and ventricular pacing, spanning...
This review examines the molecular and biomechanical interplay between cardiac remodeling and ventricular pacing, highlighting mechanisms, clinical implications, and strategies to optimize patient outcomes in cardiovascular care.
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