Cologne (Germany): Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care (IQWiG); 2026 Feb 22.ABSTRACTRESEARCH QUESTION: The aim of this report is toassess the benefit of diagnostics using cardiac magnetic resonance imaging as part of a diagnostic strategy, compared with a diagnostic strategy without
Inflammation. 2026 Feb 5. doi: 10.1007/s10753-026-02463-0. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe gradual decline of endothelial function and the intensification of inflammatory responses form the basis for the occurrence and development of age-related diseases such as atherosclerosis (AS). Mitochondrial
Biogerontology. 2026 Feb 5;27(2):46. doi: 10.1007/s10522-026-10391-7.ABSTRACTFat plays a key role in maintaining energy balance and supporting various physiological processes. HuAge-related disorders in fat utilization are increasingly prevalent, contributing to impaired energy balance, heightened m
Rheumatol Int. 2026 Feb 5;46(2):43. doi: 10.1007/s00296-026-06073-9.ABSTRACTThe renin-angiotensin system (RAS), traditionally regarded as a hormonal cascade regulating cardiovascular and renal homeostasis, is increasingly recognized as a locally active, tissue-specific network within joint structure
Med Eng Phys. 2026 Jan 20;147(2). doi: 10.1088/1873-4030/ae2ec8.ABSTRACTThe development of fully biodegradable cardiac occluders presents unique performance challenges, particularly requiring a balance between initial mechanical strength, appropriate degradation kinetics, and enhanced biocompatibili
Med Eng Phys. 2026 Jan 9;147(1). doi: 10.1088/1873-4030/ae1f84.ABSTRACTClots will always result in the slowing or complete blockage of intravascular blood flow, which finally cause the ischemic disease. Mechanical thrombectomy (MT), as a novel interventional therapy, is gaining prominence in clinica
Med Eng Phys. 2026 Jan 9;147(1). doi: 10.1088/1873-4030/ae1e76.ABSTRACTAortic mechanical heart valves (MHVs) have been implanted for decades to treat aortic valve disease and remain a viable option when valve durability is prioritized. However, the non-physiological hemodynamics induced by MHVs may
Med Eng Phys. 2026 Jan 9;147(1). doi: 10.1088/1873-4030/ae1e70.ABSTRACTMitral valve prolapse (MVP) is a prevalent cardiac disorder affecting approximately 2%-3% of the population. Accurate early diagnosis is essential to prevent progression into more severe conditions. This study introduces a non-in
Brief Bioinform. 2026 Jan 7;27(1):bbag036. doi: 10.1093/bib/bbag036.ABSTRACTHypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a condition where approximately 65% of patients exhibit myocardial fibrosis, indicated by late gadolinium enhancement, with the severity and extent of fibrosis being positively correlated
JACC Heart Fail. 2026 Feb 2:102938. doi: 10.1016/j.jchf.2026.102938. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Given that mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists have the potential to impair renal function and induce hyperkalemia, close monitoring of estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and se
J Am Dent Assoc. 2026 Feb 5:S0002-8177(25)00757-3. doi: 10.1016/j.adaj.2025.12.013. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Given the recognized link between periodontal disease and cardiovascular conditions, the authors tested whether omega-3 fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahex
JACC Case Rep. 2026 Feb 5:106863. doi: 10.1016/j.jaccas.2026.106863. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Anticoagulation reduces the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation, but not all patients can tolerate therapy. Although surgical left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) offers a
JACC Case Rep. 2026 Feb 4:106857. doi: 10.1016/j.jaccas.2026.106857. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Cardiac hydatid cysts are a rare manifestation of echinococcosis that can impair ventricular function and pose significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. Early recognition and multi
Eur J Prev Cardiol. 2026 Feb 5:zwaf705. doi: 10.1093/eurjpc/zwaf705. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTAIMS: Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) has been shown to improve the prognosis of patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI). In Japan, the duration of hospitalization has shortened, resulting in a low
Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd. 2026 Feb 3;170:D8855.ABSTRACTSpontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) is a devastating condition, with high mortality and morbidity. For decades, neurosurgical treatment has been studied as a potential treatment, yet consensus on its role is still lacking. In a recent Cochra
Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd. 2026 Jan 28;70:D8598.ABSTRACTA 69-year-old woman presented with progressive gangrene affecting the toes of both feet. Laboratory investigations showed marked thrombocytosis (800 x 109/l). A positive JAK2V617F-mutation confirmed essential thrombocytosis as the underlying cause
Rev Sci Instrum. 2026 Feb 1;97(2):024901. doi: 10.1063/5.0301156.ABSTRACTThe number of deaths due to cardiovascular diseases has been steadily increasing, with the majority occurring in underdeveloped regions. Doctors in less developed regions often have limited clinical experience to diagnose these
Pediatr Crit Care Med. 2026 Feb 1;27(2):228-234. doi: 10.1097/PCC.0000000000003881. Epub 2026 Feb 5.ABSTRACTOBJECTIVE: We assembled a workgroup within the Pediatric Research Collaborative on Critical UltraSound (PeRCCUS), a subgroup of the Pediatric Acute Lung Injury and Sepsis Investigators (PALISI
Transl Vis Sci Technol. 2026 Feb 2;15(2):7. doi: 10.1167/tvst.15.2.7.ABSTRACTPURPOSE: This study aimed to assess the role of novel lipid-related indices in patients with nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) and investigate the correlation between these indices and NAION severity.M
J Biochem Mol Toxicol. 2026 Feb;40(2):e70719. doi: 10.1002/jbt.70719.ABSTRACTEndothelial dysfunction is a fundamental pathological process in atherosclerosis (AS), a leading cause of cardiovascular disease worldwide. The present study aimed to explore lncRNA ZEB2-AS1's expression, diagnostic value i
J Biochem Mol Toxicol. 2026 Feb;40(2):e70729. doi: 10.1002/jbt.70729.ABSTRACTCardiovascular diseases are a threat to human health and are associated with increased mortality. Gallic acid (GA) (3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid) is a naturally occurring polyphenolic compound with cardiovascular preventive
Turk Gogus Kalp Damar Cerrahisi Derg. 2026 Feb 6. doi: 10.4274/tjtcs.2025.27274. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThis case report describes a 44-year-old man with midaortic syndrome and resistant hypertension, presenting a diagnostic challenge due to overlapping features of Behçet's disease and Takaya
mSphere. 2026 Feb 5:e0091425. doi: 10.1128/msphere.00914-25. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTPatients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) frequently experience constipation, often linked to gut microbiota disruptions. We hypothesized that constipation is not merely a comorbidity but a driver of adverse
Turk Gogus Kalp Damar Cerrahisi Derg. 2026 Feb 6. doi: 10.4274/tjtcs.2025.28111. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTCystic echinococcosis is a zoonotic parasitic disease that can cause serious mortality and morbidity in humans. A 45-year-old male patient presented to the emergency department of our cente
