AbstractBackground. The coronary sinus (CS) Reducer can be considered for the treatment of refractory angina in patients unsuitable for coronary revascularizati
AbstractAims. In hypoxia, endothelial cells (ECs) proliferate, migrate, and form new vasculature in a process called angiogenesis. Recent studies have sugg
AbstractBackground. Atrial fibrillation (AF) is prevalent, undiagnosed in approximately one-third of cases, and is associated with severe complications. Gu
AbstractBackground. The morphology and function of the left atrium (LA) are intimately tied to left ventricular loading conditions. Data pertaining to the
AbstractAims. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of mortality, especially in developing countries. This study aimed to develop and validate a
Most adults will undergo surgery during their lifetime, and the need for surgery is growing worldwide.1 It is estimated that >300 million undergo surger
AbstractAims. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of mortality, especially in developing countries. This study aimed to develop and validate a
AbstractAims. Previous studies on disparities in healthcare and outcomes have shown conflicting results. The aim of this study was to assess differences in
Despite a relentless effort to shift the paradigm in antiplatelet strategies towards a reduction of bleeding without any trade-off in thrombotic events—kno
AbstractAims. An algorithmic strategy for anatomical vs. functional testing in suspected coronary artery disease (CAD) (Anatomical vs. Stress teSting decIs
Abstract. Nutrition affects all physiological processes occurring in our body, including those related to the function of the immune system; indeed, metabo
