2023 Guide to Appropriate Use Criteria for Detection and Risk Assessment in Chronic Coronary Artery Disease
By América Torres Photo: Freepik As part of their commitment to review and refine the Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC), the American College of Cardiology (ACC) Foundation and key specialty and subspecialty societies conducted a review of the appropriate use of stress tests and AUC for the anatomical evaluation of chronic coronary artery disease (CCD), formerly […]
Cardiological Innovations of 2023: 5 Notable Clinical Trials
By América Torres Photo: Freepik In the fascinating world of cardiology, continuous research drives significant advancements that shape the future of cardiovascular healthcare. The year 2023 has witnessed notable clinical trials that promise to transform the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of heart diseases. From innovative therapies to pioneering management strategies, this selection highlights the most […]
Updates in the 2022 ESC Guidelines for the management of patients with ventricular arrhythmias and the prevention of sudden cardiac death
By América Torres Photo: brgfx/Freepik The 2022 ESC Guidelines for the Management of Patients with Ventricular Arrhythmias (VA) and the Prevention of Sudden Cardiac Death (SCD) include recommendations aimed at improving the quality of life of patients. Here is a summary of the new sections and concepts, as well as some of the updates contained […]
Accurate Stress Test Solution: Discover the CARDIOVIT CS-200 Excellence
Cardiologists have a wide range of non-invasive tests at their disposal to assess the hearts of patients with suspected heart diseases. These tests are useful tools for reaching a diagnosis, so the differences between them are significant. In this blog, we will discuss the diagnostic and therapeutic utility of stress tests and what the CARDIOVIT […]
Summary of 2022 ESC/ERS Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary hypertension
By América Torres Photo: Freepik The 2022 ESC/ERS Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary hypertension cover the entire spectrum of PH (Pulmonary Hypertension) with a focus on the diagnosis and treatment of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) and Chronic-Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension (CTEPH). This clinical practice guideline includes updates and revisions to many recommendations. […]
medilog® DARWIN2 software: the heart of our holter
By América Torres medilog® DARWIN2 is a sophisticated and accurate software for the Windows® system, exclusive to SCHILLER, designed for viewing and analyzing medilog® AR Holter recordings. Discover everything this tool can do to simplify the review of 24, 48, 72, or up to 14 days of continuous recording and provide you with much more […]
Summary of some ESC 2023 studies that will impact your practice
rawpixel.com/Freepik The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress 2023 was once again the primary stage for the presentation of cutting-edge research that has the potential to redefine cardiological practice. This Congress was the catalyst for prolific discussions and revelations, which generated an abundance of information. Aware of this, we selected some of the most relevant […]
Why Modern Electrocardiographs are Essential in Medical Practice
Currently, technological advancements are occurring at a rapid pace, leading to medical devices becoming obsolete in a short period of time. Therefore, it is essential to provide healthcare professionals with state-of-the-art equipment that streamlines patient evaluation and serves as efficient tools for therapeutic decision-making in various clinical scenarios. The electrocardiogram (ECG) remains the most […]
Predictors of cardiac arrest among patients with post-myocardial infarction ejection fraction greater than 35%
By América Torres Photo: Creativeart/Freepik The risk of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in patients with reduced ejection fraction increases after a myocardial infarction (MI). However, the risk factors for SCA among patients with an EF >35% after an MI remain poorly understood. In this blog, we provide a summary of the results from a study […]
Updates in guidelines for the management of acute coronary syndrome in older adults
By América Torres Photo: Freepik Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is a heightened risk in older individuals due to physiological changes associated with aging. In older adults, increased atherosclerotic plaque, combined with the complexity of anatomical disease and age-related cardiovascular and non-cardiovascular comorbidities, contribute to a worse prognosis. Geriatric syndromes such as frailty, multimorbidity, cognitive and […]
