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Weekend Edition: Statins & side effects | Eggs & diabetes | Fauci speaks | Anticoagulation strategies for COVID-19
Saturday, November 21, 2020
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Statins and side effects: What physicians, and patients, can learn from an eye-opening new study

A new placebo-controlled trial explored the various side effects patients report when on statin therapy to lower their cholesterol. 

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Statins and side effects: What physicians, and patients, can learn from an eye-opening new study

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A new placebo-controlled trial explored the various side effects patients report when on statin therapy to lower their cholesterol. 
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The top 50 cardiovascular hospitals in the United States

The new list is a part of IBM Watson Health’s 100 Top Hospitals Program. Did your facility make the cut?

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The top 50 cardiovascular hospitals in the United States

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The new list is a part of IBM Watson Health’s 100 Top Hospitals Program. Did your facility make the cut?
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Eating eggs can increase your risk of diabetes by up to 60%

The analysis, published in the British Journal of Nutrition, included more than 8,000 adults.

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Eating eggs can increase your risk of diabetes by up to 60%

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The analysis, published in the British Journal of Nutrition, included more than 8,000 adults.
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Fauci discusses the ongoing pandemic, social distancing, when a COVID-19 vaccine may be available and much more

Anthony S. Fauci, MD, a central figure in the White House Coronavirus Task Force, spoke at length about COVID-19 during the AHA's Scientific Sessions 2020 virtual meeting. 

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Fauci discusses the ongoing pandemic, social distancing, when a COVID-19 vaccine may be available and much more

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Anthony S. Fauci, MD, a central figure in the White House Coronavirus Task Force, spoke at length about COVID-19 during the AHA's Scientific Sessions 2020 virtual meeting. 
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Transcatheter repair for tricuspid regurgitation is safe and effective

Transcatheter tricuspid valve repair consistently led to improved outcomes for patients with tricuspid regurgitation.

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Transcatheter repair for tricuspid regurgitation is safe and effective

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Transcatheter tricuspid valve repair consistently led to improved outcomes for patients with tricuspid regurgitation.
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Aggressive anticoagulation strategies may be harmful for COVID-19 patients

Anticoagulation therapies are an important part of treating COVID-19 patients—but there appears to be no benefit to taking a more aggressive approach.

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Aggressive anticoagulation strategies may be harmful for COVID-19 patients

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Anticoagulation therapies are an important part of treating COVID-19 patients—but there appears to be no benefit to taking a more aggressive approach.
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Ablation outperforms drug therapy as an initial treatment for atrial fibrillation

Drug therapy is typically recommended for the initial treatment of patients with atrial fibrillation, but new research suggests there could be a more effective way. 

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Ablation outperforms drug therapy as an initial treatment for atrial fibrillation

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Drug therapy is typically recommended for the initial treatment of patients with atrial fibrillation, but new research suggests there could be a more effective way. 
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Empagliflozin improves outcomes for non-diabetic HFrEF patients

Treatment with empagliflozin for six months was associated with several key improvements. This suggests that, yes, SGLT2 inhibitors can be recommended for HFrEF patients who don't have diabetes. 

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USPSTF updates its stance on aspirin use to prevent CVD, sees no benefit for patients 60 or older.
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Empagliflozin improves outcomes for non-diabetic HFrEF patients

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USPSTF updates its stance on aspirin use to prevent CVD, sees no benefit for patients 60 or older.
Treatment with empagliflozin for six months was associated with several key improvements. This suggests that, yes, SGLT2 inhibitors can be recommended for HFrEF patients who don't have diabetes. 
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COVID-related social isolation associated with high blood pressure

During a government-regulated lockdown in Argentina, patients admitted to the emergency department were much more likely to have high blood pressure. 

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COVID-related social isolation associated with high blood pressure

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During a government-regulated lockdown in Argentina, patients admitted to the emergency department were much more likely to have high blood pressure. 
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Boston Scientific to retire Lotus Edge TAVR program after voluntary recall

The company will now focus its attention on the marketing and development of other solutions.

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Boston Scientific to retire Lotus Edge TAVR program after voluntary recall

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The company will now focus its attention on the marketing and development of other solutions.
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