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Traumatic brain injury under-recognized as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, says new study

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading cause of long-term disability and premature death, especially among military personnel and those playing contact sports. Substantial research has examined acute and chronic neurological consequences of TBI; however, non-neurological conditions associated with TBI are understudied. A new review paper by investigators from Mass General Brigham presents key findings […]

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Can a Drug for Overactive Bladder Prevent Heart Failure?

TOPLINE: The drug mirabegron, used to treat overactive bladder disease, when added to standard treatment did not improve either left ventricular mass index or diastolic function over 12 months among patients with pre–heart failure (pre-HF) structural heart disease who were at risk of developing or worsening HF. METHODOLOGY: Interventions for patients with asymptomatic pre-HF may […]

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Study Confirms Psoriasis Linked to Higher Heart Disease Risk

TOPLINE: In a large cross-sectional study, nearly one third of patients with severe psoriasis met criteria for coronary microvascular dysfunction. METHODOLOGY: Prior studies with small sample sizes have shown that coronary microvascular dysfunction (CMD) predicts poor cardiovascular outcomes in patients with severe psoriasis. In a prospective multi-center study, researchers enrolled 448 patients with moderate to […]