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BMI is inversely correlated to the risk of mortality in patients with type 2 diabetes hospitalized for acute heart failure: Findings fromthe Gulf aCute heArt failuRE (Gulf-CARE) registry.
(2017-02-27)
Background: A U-shaped relationship has been reported between BMI and cardiovascular events among patients with acute heart failure (AHF). We hypothesized that an obesity paradox also governs the relationship between BMI ...
Disparity in ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Practices and Outcomes in Arabian Gulf Countries (Gulf COAST Registry).
(2017)
Objectives: The objective of this study is to describe contemporary management and 1‑year outcomes of patients hospitalized with ST‑segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) in Arabian Gulf countries.
Methods: ...
Lipoprotein(a) Induces Human Aortic Valve Interstitial Cell Calcification
(2017-03-30)
Abstract: Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), significantly increased alkaline phosphatase activity, release of phosphate, calcium deposition, hydroxyapatite, cell apoptosis, matrix vesicle formation, and phosphorylation of signal ...
Non-withdrawal of beta blockers in acute decompensated chronic and de novo heart failure with reduced ejection fraction in a prospective multicentre study of patients with acute heart failure in the Middle East
(2017-05-17)
Objectives: Beta blockers reduce mortality in heart failure (HF). However, it is not clear whether they should be temporarily withdrawn during acute HF.
Design: Analysis of prospectively collected data.
Setting: The ...
Socioeconomic Factors and Severity of Coronary Artery Disease in Patients Undergoing Coronary Angiography: A Multicentre Study ofArabian Gulf States
(2017-03-16)
Introduction: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a leading cause of death worldwide. The association of socioeconomic status with CAD is supported by numerous epidemiological studies. Whether such factors ...
Systolic Blood Pressure on Admissionand Mortality in Patients HospitalizedWith Acute Heart Failure: ObservationsFrom the Gulf Acute Heart Failure Registry
(2017)
Abstract: We investigated the role of systolic blood pressure (SBP) in relation to in-hospital and postdischarge mortality in patients admitted with acute heart failure (AHF). The SBP of 4848 patients aged 18 years admitted ...
Analysis of risk factors, presentation, and in-hospital events of very young patients presenting with ST-elevation myocardial infarction
(2017-02-05)
Introduction: In the Indian subcontinent and Arab Gulf, coronary artery disease is affecting younger persons at greater rates. Few studies have focused on young ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) patients in these ...
Divorce and Severity of Coronary Artery Disease: A Multicenter Study
(2017-07-28)
Abstract: The association between marital status and coronary artery disease (CAD) is supported by numerous epidemiological studies. While divorce may have an adverse effect on cardiac outcomes, the relationship between ...
Outcomes by Mode of Transport of ST Elevation MI Patients in the United Arab Emirates
(2017)
Introduction: The purpose of this multicenter, prospective study was to assess differences indemographics, medical history, treatment times, and follow-up status among patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction ...
Polygamy and Risk of Coronary Artery Disease in Men Undergoing Angiography: An Observational Study
(2017-01-30)
Epidemiologic evidence suggests a link between psychosocial risk factors such as marital status and coronary artery disease (CAD). Polygamy (multiple concurrent wives) is a distinct marital status practiced in many countries ...