Predictive Value of the High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein/HDL-Cholesterol Ratio for Cardiovascular and Cancer-Specific Mortality in Cancer Survivors: A Study from NHANES 2015-2018

Cancer Invest. 2026 Aug 24:1-11. doi: 10.1080/07357907.2026.2721530. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Although inflammation and lipid metabolism disorders have been confirmed to affect the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD)-specific mortality and cancer-specific mortality in cancer surviv

W Wen Sun

Clinical and Experimental Insights into Hydroxychloroquine-Associated Electrical Abnormalities and Cardiomyopathy

Eur Heart J Cardiovasc Pharmacother. 2026 Aug 25:pvag063. doi: 10.1093/ehjcvp/pvag063. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTAIMS: Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) is commonly prescribed for malaria and autoimmune diseases, yet its potential for cardiotoxicity remains underrecognised. The objective of this study wa

M Mikio Shiba

Steroid-sparing biologics in severe asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a systematic review, cross-disease meta-analysis, and translational estimate of corticosteroid-related harm prevented

Eur J Intern Med. 2026 Aug 24:107156. doi: 10.1016/j.ejim.2026.107156. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Oral corticosteroids (OCS) remain widely used in uncontrolled severe asthma and frequently exacerbating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but cumulative exposure is associated

P Pier-Valerio Mari

An uncommon side effect of statins: perioral neuropathic symptoms

BMJ Case Rep. 2026 Aug 24;19(8):e274770. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2026-274770.ABSTRACTA male patient in his 60s, with a history of hypertension and hyperlipidaemia, presented with a sensation of dryness, itchiness, numbness and tingling around his mouth that started after taking atorvastatin, suggesting a s

K Kerolus H Anis

Cerebrovascular injury following manual strangulation and subsequent cervical manipulation: challenges in attribution and imaging decisions

BMJ Case Rep. 2026 Aug 24;19(8):e275291. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2026-275291.ABSTRACTCervical artery dissection (CAD) causes approximately 2% of ischaemic strokes overall but up to 25% in adults younger than 50 years. Isolated head or neck pain without infarction occurs in 8%-12% of cases and may contribut

P Patrick John Reese

Verapamil-sensitive fascicular ventricular tachycardia precipitated by promethazine overdose

BMJ Case Rep. 2026 Aug 24;19(8):e271685. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2025-271685.ABSTRACTVerapamil-sensitive fascicular tachycardia is a type of ventricular tachycardia (VT) involving the specialised cardiac conducting tissue. Drug overdose is an important cause to consider when assessing patients with a new p

S Salma Hassan

An overview of best practice wound care in two cases of thromboangiitis obliterans

J Vasc Nurs. 2026 Sep;44(3):269-274. doi: 10.1016/j.jvn.2026.06.005. Epub 2026 Jul 7.ABSTRACTOVERVIEW OF WOUND CARE: This report describes two cases of patients with TAO who developed CLTI with subsequent wounds. Both patients had a 30-year smoking history. The first case was a 47-year-old man. In a

S Semra Bulbuloglu

Punch skin grafting for patients with no-option for revascularisation chronic limb-threatening ischaemia: A case series

J Vasc Nurs. 2026 Sep;44(3):261-268. doi: 10.1016/j.jvn.2026.06.001. Epub 2026 Jun 18.ABSTRACTOBJECTIVE: No-option for revascularisation Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischaemia (CLTI) is often a terminal diagnosis for older patients, leading to survival and limb preservation rates that are of concern, as

C Clara Masó-Albareda

Patients' experiences with nursing care undergoing open abdominal aortic aneurysm repair: A qualitative systematic review and meta-synthesis

J Vasc Nurs. 2026 Sep;44(3):250-260. doi: 10.1016/j.jvn.2026.05.002. Epub 2026 May 30.ABSTRACTPURPOSE: Patients undergoing open repair of abdominal aortic aneurysm face a lifesaving but profoundly demanding procedure that disrupts everyday life and creates challenges for their physical, emotional, a

S Sabine Heesemann

Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding diabetic foot ulcer prevention among people with type 2 diabetes in Dhaka, Bangladesh

J Vasc Nurs. 2026 Sep;44(3):240-249. doi: 10.1016/j.jvn.2026.07.004. Epub 2026 Jul 30.ABSTRACTPROBLEM CONSIDERED: Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a major global complication of diabetes, leading to high rates of disability, amputation, and mortality. Evidence suggests that inadequate knowledge, nega

M Monzur Rahman Bhuiyan

Patients' experiences living with claudication and healthcare professionals' perspectives of managing the condition: A qualitative study

J Vasc Nurs. 2026 Sep;44(3):230-239. doi: 10.1016/j.jvn.2026.07.006. Epub 2026 Jul 30.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Peripheral artery disease (PAD) and claudication significantly affects mobility, leading to disability and reduced participation in daily activities. Regular physical activity improves walking c

E Ebuka Miracle Anieto

The effect of self-care management with the look after yourself (LAY) model on self-efficacy and functional status of stroke patients

J Vasc Nurs. 2026 Sep;44(3):223-229. doi: 10.1016/j.jvn.2026.07.002. Epub 2026 Jul 17.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Stroke is a leading cause of death and long-term disability worldwide. Self-efficacy is a key psychological determinant influencing rehabilitation adherence and functional recovery in stroke sur

Y Yutia Ferianti Yunus Padu

The role of personality traits and health literacy in predicting self-care ability in patients with diabetic foot ulcers

J Vasc Nurs. 2026 Sep;44(3):216-222. doi: 10.1016/j.jvn.2026.07.001. Epub 2026 Jul 21.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: One of the main complications of diabetes is diabetic foot ulcers, which can lead to numerous problems. Self-care behaviors in these patients can help prevent complications. Therefore this stu

K Kosar Lahni

Demographic and clinical profile of individuals diagnosed with chronic venous disease referred to a vascular specialist

J Vasc Nurs. 2026 Sep;44(3):207-215. doi: 10.1016/j.jvn.2026.06.006. Epub 2026 Jul 14.ABSTRACTOBJECTIVE: To describe the demographic and clinical profile of people diagnosed with chronic venous disease (CVD) referred from primary care to a vascular specialist at hospitals in Catalonia.DESIGN: This s

R Rosa Casado-Fernández

Coexistence of peripheral artery disease and coronary artery disease: Prevalence and contributing factors

J Vasc Nurs. 2026 Sep;44(3):201-206. doi: 10.1016/j.jvn.2026.06.004. Epub 2026 Jul 2.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common comorbidity among patients with coronary artery disease (CAD), and its presence is correlated with increased cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Th

M Mohammad E Samara

The reliability-clarity paradox in vascular digital health: A nurse-led evaluation of ChatGPT-4's accuracy in diabetic foot ulcer management

J Vasc Nurs. 2026 Sep;44(3):195-200. doi: 10.1016/j.jvn.2026.06.002. Epub 2026 Jul 5.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Diabetic foot ulcers remain a leading cause of non-traumatic amputations worldwide, necessitating precise patient education and clinical management. As large language models become increasingly i

P Pınar Tunç Tuna

The claudication symptoms questionnaire: Patient directed development and testing

J Vasc Nurs. 2026 Sep;44(3):189-194. doi: 10.1016/j.jvn.2026.05.001. Epub 2026 Jun 9.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Symptomatic peripheral artery disease (PAD) is defined as calf pain when walking. However, over 70% of patients with PAD suffer from symptoms other than classic claudication pain (atypical sympto

L Lyla Patel

Microplastics and nanoplastics: Characterizing potential health perturbations and mechanistic evidence

Food Res Int. 2026 Oct 31;242(Pt 5):120205. doi: 10.1016/j.foodres.2026.120205. Epub 2026 Aug 1.ABSTRACTMicroplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs), as emerging environmental pollutants, have become the focus of global attention due to their widespread presence and potential health risks. Due to their uni

T Ting-Shuo Lu

Advancements in the research of antioxidant peptides: A comprehensive overview

Food Res Int. 2026 Oct 31;242(Pt 5):120171. doi: 10.1016/j.foodres.2026.120171. Epub 2026 Jul 28.ABSTRACTOxidative stress can trigger apoptosis, tissue damage, and the onset of various chronic diseases. By maintaining cellular homeostasis, antioxidants can effectively reduce the risk of diseases ass

X Xuelin Bai

Not All Equal: Residual Cardiac Damage Stratifies Outcomes Following Conduction Disturbances After TAVR

No abstractJACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2026 Aug 24;19(16):2277-2279. doi: 10.1016/j.jcin.2026.05.035.NO ABSTRACTPMID:42637301 | DOI:10.1016/j.jcin.2026.05.035

X Xinyue Yang

Reduced Blood Pressure Following Radiofrequency Renal Denervation in High Cardiovascular Risk Patients: The SPYRAL AFFIRM Study

No abstractJACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2026 Aug 24;19(16):2268-2270. doi: 10.1016/j.jcin.2026.05.033.NO ABSTRACTPMID:42637299 | DOI:10.1016/j.jcin.2026.05.033

F Felix Mahfoud

2-Year Patient-Centered and Clinical Outcomes of Sirolimus- Versus Paclitaxel-Coated Balloon Angioplasty in Femoropopliteal Artery Disease

JACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2026 Aug 24;19(16):2251-2261. doi: 10.1016/j.jcin.2026.06.021.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Drug-coated balloons improve outcomes after femoropopliteal angioplasty, but concerns regarding the long-term safety of paclitaxel-coated devices have prompted interest in alternative antiprolif

U Ulf Teichgräber

Rapid Inflation-Deflation vs Pressure-Optimized Stenting During Primary PCI: The RAPID-POP Trial

JACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2026 Aug 24;19(16):2234-2246. doi: 10.1016/j.jcin.2026.06.024.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Incomplete microvascular reperfusion during primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) remains a major challenge.OBJECTIVES: This stu

A Abdul Hakeem

Impact of Myocardial Bridges on Long-Term Outcomes After Left Anterior Descending Chronic Total Occlusion Recanalization

JACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2026 Aug 24;19(16):2220-2230. doi: 10.1016/j.jcin.2026.06.020.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: A myocardial bridge (MB) is frequently observed after recanalization of a left anterior descending coronary artery (LAD) chronic total occlusion (CTO); however, the long-term prognostic impact o

Y Yingyang Geng