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April 2021

BHATT DL, Pollack CV Jr
The Future of Aspirin Therapy in Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2021;144 Suppl 1:S40-S47.
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ANGIOLILLO DJ, Capodanno D
Aspirin for Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease in the 21(st) Century: A Review of the Evidence.
Am J Cardiol. 2021;144 Suppl 1:S15-S22.
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POLLACK CV JR
ISSUE INTRODUCTION: The Diminishing Role of Aspirin in Cardiovascular Medicine: A Special Supplement to The American Journal of Cardiology.
Am J Cardiol. 2021;144 Suppl 1:S1.
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SINNAEVE PR, Adriaenssens T
Dual Antiplatelet Therapy De-escalation Strategies.
Am J Cardiol. 2021;144 Suppl 1:S23-S31.
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JAIN V, Das S, Bhatia K, Aggarwal D, et al
Utility of Exercise-Induced ST-Segment Elevation in Lead aVR for Detecting Left Main or Proximal Left Anterior Descending Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2021;144:150-151.
PubMed

HARHASH AA, Kennedy KF, Fendler TJ, Khumri TM, et al
Comparison of Outcomes Among Patients With Cardiogenic Shock Admitted on Weekends Versus Weekdays.
Am J Cardiol. 2021;144:20-25.
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March 2021

MILLENAAR D, Schumacher H, Brueckmann M, Eikelboom JW, et al
Cardiovascular Outcomes According to Polypharmacy and Drug Adherence in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation on Long-Term Anticoagulation (from the RE-LY Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 20. pii: S0002-9149(21)00267.
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KIM BS, Chan N, Hsu G, Makaryus AN, et al
Sex Differences in Coronary Arterial Calcification in Symptomatic Patients.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 20. pii: S0002-9149(21)00268.
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WATANABE N, Takagi K, Tanaka A, Yoshioka N, et al
Ten-year Mortality in Patients with ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 19. pii: S0002-9149(21)00249.
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LEKIC M, Lekic V, Riaz IB, Mackstaller L, et al
The Cardiovascular Physical Examination - Is It Still Relevant?
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 19. pii: S0002-9149(21)00264.
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ELLIS SG, Cho L, Raymond R, Nair R, et al
Pre-Diabetic Patient Outcomes 8-15 Years after Drug-Eluting Coronary Stenting.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 19. pii: S0002-9149(21)00271.
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ELBADAWI A, Elgendy IY, Albaeni A, Aly A, et al
Trends and Outcomes of Transcatheter Valve Implantation in Patients With Prior Mediastinal Radiation.
Am J Cardiol. 2021;143:167-168.
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ELGENDY IY, Kolte D, Mansour MK, Sakhuja R, et al
Incidence, Predictors, and Outcomes of Thrombotic Events in Hospitalized Patients With Viral Pneumonia.
Am J Cardiol. 2021;143:164-165.
PubMed

CERRATO E, Pavani M, Barbero U, Colombo F, et al
Incidence, Management, Immediate and Long-Term Outcome of Guidewire and Device Related Grade III Coronary Perforations (from G3CAP - Cardiogroup VI Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2021;143:37-45.
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WEALE ME, Riveros-Mckay F, Selzam S, Seth P, et al
Validation of an Integrated Risk Tool, Including Polygenic Risk Score, for Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease in Multiple Ethnicities and Ancestries.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 3. pii: S0002-9149(21)00207.
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BISWAS S, Dinh D, Andrianopoulos N, Lefkovits J, et al
Comparison of Long-Term Outcomes After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients With Insulin-Treated vs. Non-Insulin Treated Diabetes Mellitus.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 2. pii: S0002-9149(21)00200.
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HESS NR, Sultan I, Wang Y, Thoma F, et al
Comparison of Aspirin Monotherapy versus Dual Antiplatelet Therapy Following Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 2. pii: S0002-9149(21)00201.
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OBISESAN OH, Osei AD, Berman D, Dardari ZA, et al
Thoracic Aortic Calcium For The Prediction Of Stroke Mortality (From The Coronary Artery Calcium Consortium).
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 2. pii: S0002-9149(21)00213.
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KANENAWA K, Yamaji K, Tashiro H, Morimoto T, et al
Frailty and Bleeding after Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 2. pii: S0002-9149(21)00216.
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MILLER AB, Januzzi JL, O'Neill BJ, Gundapaneni B, et al
Causes of Cardiovascular Hospitalization and Death in Patients with Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy (From the Tafamidis in Transthyretin Cardiomyopathy Clinical Trial [ATTR-ACT]).
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 2. pii: S0002-9149(21)00210.
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CLARKSON S, Heindl B, Cai A, Beasley M, et al
Outcomes of Individuals With and Without Heart Failure Presenting With Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 2. pii: S0002-9149(21)00202.
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LOPES RD, Thomas L, Di Fusco M, Keshishian A, et al
Clinical and Economic Outcomes Among Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation Patients with Coronary Artery Disease and/or Peripheral Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 2. pii: S0002-9149(21)00196.
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KAMRAN H, Malhotra R, Farhan S, Masoomi R, et al
Meta-Analysis of Anticoagulation Therapy for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Events in Patients with Peripheral Arterial Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Mar 2. pii: S0002-9149(21)00208.
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YERASI C, Chen Y, Case BC, Forrestal BJ, et al
Treatment of Patients With Recurrent Coronary In-stent Restenosis With Failed Intravascular Brachytherapy.
Am J Cardiol. 2021;142:44-51.
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CEPONIENE I, Li D, El Khoudary SR, Nakanishi R, et al
Association of Coronary Calcium, Carotid Wall Thickness, and Carotid Plaque Progression With Low-Density Lipoprotein and High-Density Lipoprotein Particle Concentration Measured by Ion Mobility (From Multiethnic Study of Atherosclerosis [MESA]).
Am J Cardiol. 2021;142:52-58.
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February 2021

ARNETT EN, Roberts WC
Degrees of Cross-Sectional-Area Luminal Narrowing of the Four Major Epicardial Coronary Arteries in Patients with Otherwise Functionally and Anatomically Normal Hearts.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Feb 26. pii: S0002-9149(21)00154.
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SHAH T, Haimi I, Yang Y, Gaston S, et al
Meta-Analysis of Sex Disparities in In-hospital Care and Outcomes in Patients with ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Feb 25. pii: S0002-9149(21)00164.
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ALDUJELI A, Hamadeh A, Tecson KM, Krivickas Z, et al
Six-Month Outcomes for COVID-19 Negative Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction Before versus During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Feb 22. pii: S0002-9149(21)00161.
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ZAATARI G, Fintel DJ, Subacius H, Germano JJ, et al
Comparison of Metoprolol versus Carvedilol After Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Feb 20. pii: S0002-9149(21)00155.
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MOHAMED MO, Contractor T, Abramov D, Parwani P, et al
Sex-Based Differences in Prevalence and Outcomes of Common Acute Conditions Associated with Type 2 Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Feb 20. pii: S0002-9149(21)00156.
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VAHATALO J, Holmstrom L, Pakanen L, Kaikkonen K, et al
Coronary Artery Disease as the Cause of Sudden Cardiac Death Among Victims < 50 Years of Age.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Feb 20. pii: S0002-9149(21)00157.
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DIEZ-VILLANUEVA P, Garcia-Guimaraes MM, Macaya F, Masotti M, et al
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection and Menopause.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Feb 19. pii: S0002-9149(21)00147.
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DASA O, Pepine CJ, Pearson TA
Aspirin in Primary Prevention: What Changed? A Critical Appraisal of Current Evidence.
Am J Cardiol. 2021;141:38-48.
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HASSAN A, Abugroun A, Daoud H, Mahmoud S, et al
Impact of Gender Differences on Outcomes of Peripheral Artery Disease Intervention (from a Nationwide Sample).
Am J Cardiol. 2021;141:127-132.
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QURESHI WT, Mir T, Uddin MM, Nasir U, et al
Meta-Analysis of Prospective Studies of Risk stratification by Syntax Score for Unprotected Left Main Coronary Artery Revascularization.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Feb 10. pii: S0002-9149(21)00128.
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SANER H, Saner B, Meier B
The Mechanism of Balloon Impact in Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty in Eccentric Coronary Artery Narrowings.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Feb 3. pii: S0002-9149(21)00102.
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KOVACH CP, Hebbe A, O'Donnell CI, Plomondon ME, et al
Comparison of Patients With Nonobstructive Coronary Artery Disease With Versus Without Myocardial Infarction (From the VA Clinical Assessment Reporting and Tracking [CART] Program).
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Feb 1. pii: S0002-9149(21)00086.
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HUSSAIN A, Tang O, Sun C, Jia X, et al
Soluble Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme 2, Cardiac Biomarkers, Structure, and Function, and Cardiovascular Events (From the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Feb 1. pii: S0002-9149(21)00088.
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CANADA JM, Reynolds MA, Myers R, West J, et al
Usefulness of the Duke Activity Status Index to Select an Optimal Cardiovascular Exercise Stress Test Protocol.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Feb 1. pii: S0002-9149(21)00101.
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PAREEK M, Singh A, Vadlamani L, Eder M, et al
Relation of Cardiovascular Risk Factors to Mortality and Cardiovascular Events in Hospitalized Patients with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (From the Yale COVID-19 Cardiovascular Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Feb 1. pii: S0002-9149(21)00100.
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PHILIPSON DJ, Cohen DJ, Fonarow GC, Ziaeian B, et al
Analysis of Adverse Events Related to Impella Usage (from the Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience and National Inpatient Sample Databases).
Am J Cardiol. 2021;140:91-94.
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January 2021

KAUR M, Ahuja KR, Khubber S, Zhou L, et al
Effect of High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol Levels on Overall Survival and Major Adverse Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Events.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Jan 31. pii: S0002-9149(21)00085.
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AZAR RR, Sarkis A, Giannitsis E
A Practical Approach for the Use of High-Sensitivity Cardiac Troponin Assays in the Evaluation of Patients With Chest Pain.
Am J Cardiol. 2021;139:1-7.
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ROGUIN A, Abu Dogosh A, Feld Y, Konigstein M, et al
Early Feasibility of Automated Artificial Intelligence Angiography Based Fractional Flow Reserve Estimation.
Am J Cardiol. 2021;139:8-14.
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NAPIERKOWSKI S, Banerjee U, Anderson HV, Charitakis K, et al
Trends and Impact of the Use of Mechanical Circulatory Support for Cardiogenic Shock Secondary to Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy.
Am J Cardiol. 2021;139:28-33.
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RANKA S, Dalia T, Acharya P, Taduru SS, et al
Comparison of Hospitalization Trends and Outcomes in Acute Myocardial Infarction Patients with versus without Opioid Use Disorder.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Jan 14. pii: S0002-9149(21)00034.
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AGGARWAL M, Ornish D, Josephson R, Brown TM, et al
Closing Gaps in Lifestyle Adherence for Secondary Prevention of Coronary Heart Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Jan 14. pii: S0002-9149(21)00032.
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YAMAMOTO K, Natsuaki M, Morimoto T, Shiomi H, et al
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Versus Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting in Patients With versus Without Chronic Kidney Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Jan 14. pii: S0002-9149(21)00036.
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YAMAMOTO K, Shiomi H, Morimoto T, Kadota K, et al
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Versus Coronary Artery Bypass Graftinge Among Patients with Unprotected Left Main Coronary Artery Disease in the New-Generation Drug-Eluting Stents Era (From the CREDO-Kyoto PCI/CABG Registry Cohort-3).
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Jan 14. pii: S0002-9149(21)00035.
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MATSUMURA-NAKANO Y, Shiomi H, Morimoto T, Yamaji K, et al
Comparison of Outcomes of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Versus Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Among Patients with Three-Vessel Coronary Artery Disease in the New-Generation Drug-Eluting Stents Era (From CREDO-Kyoto PCI/CABG Registry Cohort-3).
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Jan 14. pii: S0002-9149(21)00033.
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WONG ND, Zhao Y, Sung J, Browne A, et al
Relation of First and Total Recurrent Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Events to Increased Lipoprotein(a) Levels among Statin Treated Adults with Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Jan 14. pii: S0002-9149(21)00031.
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REZQ A, Saad M, El Nozahi M
Comparison of the Efficacy and Safety of Sacubitril/Valsartan versus Ramipril in Patients with ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Jan 5. pii: S0002-9149(20)31365.
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MOHAMED MMG, Saleem M, Kheiri B, Osman M, et al
Meta-analysis of Drug-Coated Balloons Versus Drug-Eluting Stents for Small Vessel De-Novo Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2021 Jan 5. pii: S0002-9149(21)00001.
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December 2020

CASE BC, Yerasi C, Forrestal BJ, Shea C, et al
Comparison of Characteristics and Outcomes of Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction with versus without Coronarvirus-19.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 29. pii: S0002-9149(20)31410.
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PATIL S, Gonuguntla K, Rojulpote C, Kumar M, et al
Prevalence and Determinants of Atrial Fibrillation-associated In-hospital Ischemic Stroke in patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 29. pii: S0002-9149(20)31418.
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NGUYEN T, Alzahrani T, Mandler A, Alarfaj M, et al
Relation of Bariatric Surgery to Inpatient Cardiovascular Outcomes (From the National Inpatient Sample).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 29. pii: S0002-9149(20)31399.
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PANCHOLY SB, Patel GA, Patel NR, Patel DD, et al
Trends, Outcomes and Predictive Score For Emergency Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery After Elective Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (From a Nationwide Dataset).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 29. pii: S0002-9149(20)31411.
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MARTINEZ-SANCHEZ C, Azar-Manzur F, Gonzalez-Pacheco H, Amezcua-Guerra LM, et al
Effectiveness and Safety of Extracorporeal Shockwave Myocardial Revascularization in Patients with Refractory Angina Pectoris and Heart Failure.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 29. pii: S0002-9149(20)31416.
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RATCOVICH H, Josiassen J, Helgestad OKL, Linde L, et al
Incidence, Predictors and Outcome of In-Hospital Bleeding in Patients With Cardiogenic Shock Complicating Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)31395.
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SOUKUP CR, Schmidt CW, Chan-Tram C, Garberich RF, et al
Rate of Incomplete Revascularization Following Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting at a Single Institution Between 2007 and 2017.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)31415.
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OLSEN FJ, Lindberg S, Fritz-Hansen T, Modin D, et al
nPrognostic Value and Interplay between Myocardial Tissue Velocities in Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)31409.
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SALEEM M, Osman M, Khan S, Kheiri B, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Ticagrelor or Prasugrel versus Clopidogrel in Patients Undergoing Elective Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)31404.
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ABDELFATTAH OM, Saad AM, Aboshouk A, Hassanein M, et al
Short-Term Outcomes of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation versus Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement in Kidney Transplant Recipients (From the US Nationwide Representative Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)31398.
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BOUISSET F, Ribichini F, Bataille V, Reczuch K, et al
Effect of Sex on Outcomes of Coronary Rotational Atherectomy Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (From the European Multicenter Euro4C Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 22. pii: S0002-9149(20)31368.
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TAGAMI T, Almahariq MF, Balanescu DV, Quinn TJ, et al
Usefulness of Coronary Computed Tomographic Angiography to Evaluate Coronary Artery Disease in Radiotherapy-Treated Breast Cancer Survivors.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 22. pii: S0002-9149(20)31366.
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GABA P, Serruys PW, Karmpaliotis D, Lembo NJ, et al
Outpatient Versus Inpatient Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients with Left Main Disease (From the EXCEL Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 22. pii: S0002-9149(20)31367.
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EL NASASRA A, Beigel R, Klempfner R, Alnsasra H, et al
Comparison of Outcomes of Beta-Blocker Therapy after Acute Myocardial Infarction in Patients without Heart Failure or Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction (From the Acute Coronary Syndromes Israeli Survey [ACSIS]).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 21. pii: S0002-9149(20)31372.
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KUZO N, Stahli BE, Erhart L, Anwer S, et al
Outcome of Patients with Severe Aortic Stenosis and Normal Coronary Arteries Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 21. pii: S0002-9149(20)31358.
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ULLAH W, Zahid S, Hamzeh I, Birnbaum Y, et al
Trends and Predictors of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation Related In-Hospital Mortality (From a National Inpatient Sample Database).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 21. pii: S0002-9149(20)31359.
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KUYAMA N, Hamatani Y, Okada A, Irie Y, et al
Comparison of Clinical Characteristics, Natural History and Predictors of Disease Progression in Patients with Degenerative Mitral Stenosis versus Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 19. pii: S0002-9149(20)31354.
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RUOCCO G, McCullough PA, Tecson KM, Mancone M, et al
Mortality Risk Assessment Using CHA(2)DS(2)-VASc Scores in Patients Hospitalized With Coronavirus Disease 2019 Infection.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;137:111-117.
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ROBERTS WC, Kapoor D, Main ML
Virtually All Complications of Active Infective Endocarditis Occurring in a Single Patient.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;137:127-129.
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ELKARYONI A, Elgendy IY, Genev I, Khalil M, et al
Change in Hospitalization Rates After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Chronic Total Occlusion (from a Nationwide Cohort Sample).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 14. pii: S0002-9149(20)31338.
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BANSAL A, Kumar A, Jain V, Reed GW, et al
Benefit of Single Antiplatelet Therapy Over Dual Antiplatelet Therapy After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)31337.
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HANNAN EL, Wu Y, Cozzens K, Friedrich M, et al
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for ST-elevation Myocardial Infarction Before and During COVID in New York.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 7. pii: S0002-9149(20)31295.
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KANEKO H, Itoh H, Kiriyama H, Kamon T, et al
Lipid Profile and Subsequent Cardiovascular Disease among Adults Aged < 50 Years.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 7. pii: S0002-9149(20)31300.
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WANG HY, Cai ZX, Yin D, Yang YJ, et al
Benefits and Risks of Prolonged Duration Dual Antiplatelet Therapy (Clopidogrel and Aspirin) after Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in High-Risk Patients with Diabetes Mellitus.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 4. pii: S0002-9149(20)31310.
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FARWATI M, Saad AM, Jain V, Ahuja KR, et al
Impact of Economic Status on Utilization and Outcomes of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation and Mitraclip.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 4. pii: S0002-9149(20)31302.
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OMAIR M, Koshy AN, Dinh DT, Brennan AL, et al
Comparison of Long-Term Mortality in Patients with Single Coronary Narrowing and Diabetes Mellitus to that of Patients with Multi-Vessel Coronary Narrowing without Diabetes Mellitus.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 4. pii: S0002-9149(20)31298.
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KIMURA T, Akahori H, Asakura M, Nakao K, et al
Impact of Age on Gender Difference in Long-term Outcome of Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction (From J-MINUET).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 3. pii: S0002-9149(20)31304.
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RAHIMI G, Tecson KM, Elsaid O, McCullough PA, et al
Role of Ischemic Heart Disease in Major Adverse Renal and Cardiac Events Among Individuals with Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (From the TOPCAT Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 3. pii: S0002-9149(20)31296.
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NANNA MG, Navar AM, Wojdyla D, Nelson AJ, et al
Can the Absence of Hypertension Refine the Risk Assessment of Older Adults for Future Cardiovascular Events?: Nanna et al.: Hypertension in Older Adults.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 3. pii: S0002-9149(20)31289.
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YAMAMOTO K, Natsuaki M, Morimoto T, Shiomi H, et al
Periprocedural Stroke After Coronary Revascularization (From the CREDO-Kyoto PCI/CABG Registry Cohort-3).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Dec 3. pii: S0002-9149(20)31293.
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SYED M, Khan MZ, Osman M, Alharbi A, et al
Comparison of Outcomes in Patients With Takotsubo Syndrome With-vs-Without Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;136:24-31.
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November 2020

JHAND A, Atti V, Gwon Y, Dhawan R, et al
Meta-analysis of Transradial vs Transfemoral Access for Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients with ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Nov 18. pii: S0002-9149(20)31242.
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KATRITSIS DG, Pantos I, Zografos T, Spahillari A, et al
Anatomic and Flow Characteristics of Left Anterior Descending Coronary Artery Angiographic Stenoses Predisposing to Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Nov 18. pii: S0002-9149(20)31237.
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PASTORI D, Biccire FG, Lip GYH, Menichelli D, et al
Relation of Atrial Fibrillation to Angiographic Characteristics and Coronary Artery Disease Severity in Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Nov 18. pii: S0002-9149(20)31230.
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GUHA A, Dey AK, Al-Kindi S, Miller PE, et al
Socio-economic Burden of Myocardial Infarction among Cancer Patients.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Nov 17. pii: S0002-9149(20)31229.
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QURESHI WT, Kakouros N, Fahed J, Rade JJ, et al
Comparison of Prevalence, Presentation and Prognosis of Acute Coronary Syndromes in /= 55 years Patients.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Nov 6. pii: S0002-9149(20)31187.
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LU PJ, Gong XW, Liu Y, Tian FS, et al
Optimization of GRACE Risk Stratification by N-Terminal Pro-B-Type Natriuretic Peptide Combined with D-dimer in Patients with Non-ST-elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Nov 4. pii: S0002-9149(20)31183.
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SHRIVASTAV R, Perimbeti S, Casso-Dominguez A, Jneid H, et al
In Hospital Outcomes of Patients with Right Bundle Branch Block and Anterior Wall ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (From A Nationwide Study using the National Inpatient Sample).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Nov 1. pii: S0002-9149(20)31185.
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CHANGAL K, Masroor S, Nazir S, Khuder S, et al
Multiarterial Versus Single-Arterial Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;134:147-148.
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KURIHARA O, Kim HO, Russo M, Araki M, et al
Relation of Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol Level to Plaque Rupture.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;134:48-54.
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October 2020

TOMASIK A, Nabrdalik K, Kwiendacz H, Radzik E, et al
Effect of Diabetes Mellitus and Left Ventricular Perfusion on Frequency of Development of Heart Failure and/or All-cause Mortality Late After Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 31. pii: S0002-9149(20)31184.
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FARAG M, Gue YX, Brilakis ES, Egred M, et al
Meta-analysis Comparing Outcomes of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention of Native Artery versus Bypass Graft in Patients with Prior Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 31. pii: S0002-9149(20)31195.
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DAWSON LP, Dinh D, O'Brien J, Duffy SJ, et al
Outcomes of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 31. pii: S0002-9149(20)31181.
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NOMURA H, Arashi H, Yamaguchi J, Ogawa H, et al
Relation of Adiponectin to Cardiovascular Events and Mortality in Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 31. pii: S0002-9149(20)31186.
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XIA M, Yang X, Qian C
Meta-analysis Evaluating the Utility of Colchicine in Secondary Prevention of Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 30. pii: S0002-9149(20)31174.
PubMed Abstract available

KHAN SU, Khan MS, Navar AM, Warraich HJ, et al
The Changing Profile of Autopsies in Cardiovascular Deaths in the United States, 2003-2018.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 23. pii: S0002-9149(20)31137.
PubMed

PATOULIAS D, Toumpourleka M, Papadopoulos C, Doumas M, et al
Meta-analysis Evaluating The Risk Of Atrial Fibrillation With Newer Antidiabetics Across The Cardiovascular And Renal Outcome Trials.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 17. pii: S0002-9149(20)31135.
PubMed

PATOULIAS D, Papadopoulos C, Katsimardou A, Doumas M, et al
Meta-Analysis Assessing the Cardiovascular Efficacy of Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter-2 Inhibitors According to Baseline Treatment of Interest.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)31125.
PubMed

VYAS MV, Gros R, Hackam DG
Translation of Cardiovascular Animal Models to Human Randomized Trials.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)31123.
PubMed

SWEARINGEN S, Du-Fay-de-Lavallaz JM, Rana N, Ul-Ain-Abid Q, et al
Correlation Between Exercise Metabolic Equivalents and Risk Factors in Non-Athletes with Atrial Fibrillation.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)31124.
PubMed

ABUGROUN A, Taha A, Abdel-Rahman M, Volgman AS, et al
Economic Impact of Atrial Fibrillation on Hospitalization Outcomes of Acute Heart Failure in the United States.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)31119.
PubMed

GOLDSTEIN SA, Li S, Lu D, Matsouaka RA, et al
Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Utilization and Mortality Among Patients >/= 65 Years of Age with a Low Ejection Fraction Following Coronary Revascularization.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 14. pii: S0002-9149(20)31085.
PubMed Abstract available

FISCHER F, Buxy S, Kurz DJ, Eberli FR, et al
Efficacy and Safety of Abbreviated Eptifibatide Treatment in Patients with ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Undergoing Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 13. pii: S0002-9149(20)31079.
PubMed Abstract available

ULLAH W, Zahid S, Nadeem N, Gowda S, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Culprit-Only Versus Complete Multivessel Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients With ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 13. pii: S0002-9149(20)31075.
PubMed Abstract available

NGUYEN ATH, Saeed A, Bambs CE, Swanson J, et al
Usefulness of The American Heart Association's Ideal Cardiovascular Health Measure to Predict Long-term Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events (From the Heart SCORE Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 13. pii: S0002-9149(20)31091.
PubMed Abstract available

KAWASHIMA H, Tomaniak M, Ono M, Wang R, et al
Safety and Efficacy of 1-Month Dual Antiplatelet Therapy (Ticagrelor+Aspirin) Followed by 23-Month Ticagrelor Monotherapy in Patients Undergoing Staged Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (A Sub-Study from GLOBAL LEADERS).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 13. pii: S0002-9149(20)31088.
PubMed Abstract available

WATANABE Y, Mitomo S, Naganuma T, Chieffo A, et al
Impact of Chronic Kidney Disease in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus after Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Left Main Distal Bifurcation (From the Milan and New - Tokyo (MITO) Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 13. pii: S0002-9149(20)31095.
PubMed Abstract available

KUMAR A, Majmundar M, Doshi R, Kansara T, et al
Meta-analysis of Early Intervention versus Conservative Management for Asymptomatic Severe Aortic Stenosis.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 13. pii: S0002-9149(20)31082.
PubMed Abstract available

ROZANSKI A, Arnson Y, Gransar H, Hayes SW, et al
Relation of Intake of Saturated Fat to Atherosclerotic Risk Factors, Health Behaviors, Coronary Atherosclerosis and All-Cause Mortality among Patients undergoing Coronary Artery Calcium Scanning.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 12. pii: S0002-9149(20)31083.
PubMed Abstract available

RATWATTE S, Hyun K, D'Souza M, Barraclough J, et al
Relation of Body Mass Index to Outcomes in Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 12. pii: S0002-9149(20)31094.
PubMed Abstract available

YEBOAH J
Next Generation Primary Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Risk Prediction Tool. Are Non-Modifiable Risk Factors Relevant in the Equation?
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 9. pii: S0002-9149(20)31069.
PubMed

PATOULIAS D, Papadopoulos C, Stavropoulos K, Imprialos K, et al
Updated Meta-analysis Of Trials Assessing the Cardiovascular Efficacy of Sodium-Glucose Co-transporter-2 Inhibitors And Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists In Black Patients.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 9. pii: S0002-9149(20)31070.
PubMed

BANSAL A, Jain V, Kumar A, Shekhar S, et al
Impact of Hospital Procedural Volume on Outcomes Following Balloon Aortic Valvuloplasty.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Oct 9. pii: S0002-9149(20)31068.
PubMed

WYATT K, Ahmad M, Kirresh A
Letter to the Editor in Response to Nous et al 2020.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;132:182-183.
PubMed

SAKAKURA K, Taniguchi Y, Yamamoto K, Tsukui T, et al
Excessive Rotational Speed May Be Associated With the Transection of Guidewires in Rotational Atherectomy.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;132:172-173.
PubMed

September 2020

ROUMELIOTIS A, Claessen B, Dangas G, Torguson R, et al
Impact of High-Density Lipoprotein Levels on Cardiovascular Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention with Drug Eluting Stents.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)31023.
PubMed Abstract available

PONNAPUREDDY R, Roy SD, Parekh J, Liu K, et al
Beta Blockade in Patients after Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 27. pii: S0002-9149(20)31024.
PubMed

D'AMICO G, Giannini F, Massussi M, Tebaldi M, et al
Usefulness of Coronary Sinus Reducer Implantation for the Treatment of Chronic Refractory Angina Pectoris.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 27. pii: S0002-9149(20)31020.
PubMed Abstract available

PARK J, Han JK, Kang J, Chae IH, et al
Optimal Dose and Type of beta-blockers in Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 27. pii: S0002-9149(20)31019.
PubMed Abstract available

ELSISY MF, Stulak JM, Alkhouli M
Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes of Emergent Isolated Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 27. pii: S0002-9149(20)31021.
PubMed Abstract available

ABUGROUN A, Osman M, Awadalla S, Klein L, et al
Outcomes of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement with Percutaneous Coronary Intervention versus Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement with Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(20)31015.
PubMed Abstract available

WONG ND, Zhao Y, Xiang P, Coll B, et al
Five-Year Residual Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Risk Prediction Model for Statin Treated Patients with Known Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(20)31018.
PubMed Abstract available

ONG SY, Chui P, Bhargava A, Justice A, et al
Estimating Aspirin Overuse for Primary Prevention of Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (From a Nationwide Healthcare System).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(20)31017.
PubMed Abstract available

NAZIR S, Ahuja KR, Elzanaty A, Patel NJ, et al
Meta-Analysis of the Efficacy and Safety of Genotype-Guided Strategy for Selection of P2Y12 Inhibitors in Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 19. pii: S0002-9149(20)30970.
PubMed

BATCHELOR RJ, Dinh D, Brennan A, Wong N, et al
Relation of Timing of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention on Outcomes in Patients with Non-ST Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 15. pii: S0002-9149(20)30946.
PubMed Abstract available

TAYLAN C, Driemeyer J, Schmitt CP, Pape L, et al
Cardiovascular Outcome of Pediatric Patients With Bi-Allelic (Homozygous) Familial Hypercholesterolemia Before and After Initiation of Multimodal Lipid Lowering Therapy Including Lipoprotein Apheresis.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 15. pii: S0002-9149(20)30952.
PubMed Abstract available

DHOOT A, Liu S, Savu A, Cheema ZM, et al
Cardiac Stress Testing After Coronary Revascularization.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 15. pii: S0002-9149(20)30953.
PubMed Abstract available

ABUGROUN A, Taha A, Abdel-Rahman M, Patel P, et al
Cardiovascular Risk Among Patients >/= 65 Years of Age with Parkinson's Disease (From the National Inpatient Sample).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 14. pii: S0002-9149(20)30959.
PubMed Abstract available

HISHIKARI K, Hikita H, Yoshikawa H, Abe F, et al
Usefulness of Lipoprotein (a) for Predicting Outcomes after Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Stable Angina Pectoris in Patients on Hemodialysis.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 14. pii: S0002-9149(20)30949.
PubMed Abstract available

LIMA BB, Hammadah M, Kim JH, Uphoff I, et al
Relation of High-Sensitivity Cardiac Troponin I Elevation with Exercise to Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events in Patients with Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 14. pii: S0002-9149(20)30957.
PubMed Abstract available

RAJAN T, Rozanski A, Cainzos-Achirica M, Grandhi GR, et al
Relation of Absence of Coronary Artery Calcium to Cardiovascular Disease Mortality Risk among Individuals Meeting Criteria for Statin Therapy According to the 2018/2019 ACC/AHA Guidelines.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 14. pii: S0002-9149(20)30950.
PubMed Abstract available

SHOAR S, Hosseini F, Naderan M, Mehta JL, et al
Meta-analysis of Cardiovascular Events and Related Biomarkers Comparing Survivors vs. Non-survivors in Patients with COVID-19.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30902.
PubMed Abstract available

CHANGAL K, Patel M, Salman F, Nazir S, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Angiography-Guided versus FFR-Guided Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Sep 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30932.
PubMed

KHAN AJ, Jan Liao C, Kabir C, Hallak O, et al
Etiology and Determinants of In-Hospital Survival in Patients Resuscitated After Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest in an Urban Medical Center.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;130:78-84.
PubMed Abstract available

August 2020

LEVETT JY, Windle SB, Filion KB, Cabaussel J, et al
Meta-Analysis of Complete Versus Culprit-Only Revascularization in Patients with ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction and Multivessel Coronary Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 29. pii: S0002-9149(20)30887.
PubMed Abstract available

MALMBERG M, Sipila J, Rautava P, Gunn J, et al
Outcomes After ST-segment Versus Non-ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Revascularized By Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 29. pii: S0002-9149(20)30899.
PubMed Abstract available

SAWANO S, Sakakura K, Taniguchi Y, Yamamoto K, et al
Outcomes of Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction Who Recovered from Severe In-Hospital Complications.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 29. pii: S0002-9149(20)30888.
PubMed Abstract available

GHARACHOLOU SM, Munoz FD, Motiei A, Sandhu GS, et al
Characteristics and Long-Term Outcomes of Patients with Prior Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Undergoing Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30896.
PubMed Abstract available

LEMOR A, Hernandez GA, Basir MB, Patel S, et al
Impact of Prior Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting in Patients >/= 75 Years old Presenting with Acute Myocardial Infarction (From the National Readmission Database).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30893.
PubMed Abstract available

CASE BC, Yerasi CT, Forrestal BJ, Musallam A, et al
Procedural Characteristics and Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention During Normal Work Hours versus Non-Work Hours.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30885.
PubMed Abstract available

RAVINDRAN M, Henning KA, Qiu F, Manoragavan R, et al
Predictors of Long-Term Cardiovascular Versus Non-Cardiovascular Mortality and Repeat Intervention in Patients Having Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30904.
PubMed

FERRACANE E, Bartoli L, Trippoli S, Messori A, et al
Comparison of oral P2Y12 inhibitors in acute coronary syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 25. pii: S0002-9149(20)30880.
PubMed

SUDHAKAR D, Jneid H, Lakkis N, Kayani WT, et al
Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention or Fibrinolytic therapy in COVID 19 Patients Presenting with ST- Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 22. pii: S0002-9149(20)30877.
PubMed

CASE BC, Yerasi C, Wang Y, Forrestal BJ, et al
Admissions Rate and Timing of Revascularization in the United States in Patients With Non-ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)30853.
PubMed Abstract available

PARK S, Ahn JM, Kim TO, Park H, et al
Incidence and Impact of Thrombocytopenia in Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention With Drug-Eluting Stents.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)30851.
PubMed Abstract available

SELVAKUMAR D, Brown P, Geenty P, Barnett R, et al
Comparative Assessments of Left and Right Ventricular Function by Two-Dimensional, Contrast Enhanced and Three-Dimensional Echocardiography with Gated Heart Pool Scans in Patients Following Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)30849.
PubMed Abstract available

WONG ND, Fan W, Philip S, Granowitz C, et al
REDUCE-IT Eligibility and Preventable Cardiovascular Events in the US Population (from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey [NHANES]).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)30861.
PubMed Abstract available

SAREH S, Hadaya J, Sanaiha Y, Aguayo E, et al
Predictors and In-Hospital Outcomes Among Patients Using a Single Versus Bilateral Mammary Arteries in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 15. pii: S0002-9149(20)30854.
PubMed Abstract available

AN Y, Ogawa H, Esato M, Ishii M, et al
Cardiovascular Events and Mortality in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation and Anemia (from the Fushimi AF Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 15. pii: S0002-9149(20)30852.
PubMed Abstract available

MOHAMMAD MA, Koul S, Lonborg JT, Nepper-Christensen L, et al
Usefulness of High Sensitivity Troponin T to Predict Long-Term Left Ventricular Dysfunction After ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 15. pii: S0002-9149(20)30855.
PubMed Abstract available

KUMAR A, Huded CP, Zhou L, Krittanawong C, et al
Implementation of a Comprehensive ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Protocol Improves Mortality Among Patients With ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction and Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 15. pii: S0002-9149(20)30856.
PubMed Abstract available

ELBAZ-GREENER G, Rozen G, Kusniec F, Marai I, et al
Trends in Utilization and Safety of In-Hospital Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting During a Non-ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 15. pii: S0002-9149(20)30867.
PubMed Abstract available

YERASI C, Case BC, Forrestal BJ, Torguson R, et al
Optimizing Monotherapy Selection, Aspirin Versus P2Y12 Inhibitors, Following Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 15. pii: S0002-9149(20)30858.
PubMed Abstract available

MUSALLAM A, Chezar-Azerrad C, Torguson R, Case BC, et al
Procedural Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for De Novo Lesions in the Ostial and Proximal Left Circumflex Coronary Artery.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 15. pii: S0002-9149(20)30860.
PubMed Abstract available

KHAN SA, Naz A, Qamar Masood M, Shah R, et al
Meta-Analysis of Inclisiran for the Treatment of Hypercholesterolemia.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 15. pii: S0002-9149(20)30866.
PubMed Abstract available

AL RIFAI M, Shapiro MD, Sayani S, Gulati M, et al
Racial and Geographic Disparities in Internet Use in the United States Among Patients with Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 11. pii: S0002-9149(20)30818.
PubMed

SHEKHAR AC, Effiong A, Ruskin KJ, Blumen I, et al
COVID-19 and the Prehospital Incidence of Acute Cardiovascular Events (from the Nationwide US EMS).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Aug 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30822.
PubMed

ELGENDY IY, Gad M, Mintz GS
Meta-Analysis of Intravascular Ultrasound-Guided Drug-Eluting Stent Implantation for Left Main Coronary Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;128:92-93.
PubMed

BURGESS SN, Juergens CP, Nguyen TL, Leung M, et al
Comparison of Late Cardiac Death and Myocardial Infarction Rates in Women Vs Men With ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;128:120-126.
PubMed Abstract available

COMPAGNONE M, Taglieri N, Celeski M, Ghetti G, et al
Impact of Elective, Uncomplicated Target Lesion Revascularization on Cardiac Mortality After Elective Percutaneous Coronary Intervention of Unprotected Left Main Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;128:94-100.
PubMed Abstract available

VOLIS I, Saliba W, Jaffe R, Eitan A, et al
Effect of Cerebrovascular and/or Peripheral Artery Disease With or Without Attainment of Lipid Goals on Long-Term Outcomes in Patients With Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;128:28-34.
PubMed Abstract available

FABIJANIC D, Luksic B, Ljubkovic M
Reader's Comment on Meta-analysis of C-Reactive Protein and Risk of Angina Pectoris.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;128:160.
PubMed

AGGARWAL S, Aggarwal G, Loomba RS
Sleep Duration and Cardiovascular Disease Prevalence - The Debate Continues.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;128:159.
PubMed

KAJY M, Laktineh A, Blank N, Tayal R, et al
Deploying Mechanical Circulatory Support Via the Axillary Artery in Cardiogenic Shock and High-Risk Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;128:127-133.
PubMed Abstract available

RALI AS, Ranka S, Acharya P, Buechler T, et al
Comparison of Trends, Mortality, and Readmissions After Insertion of Left Ventricular Assist Devices in Patients <65 Years Vs >/=65 Years.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;128:16-27.
PubMed Abstract available

July 2020

RADAIDEH Q, Osman M, Kheiri B, Al-Abdouh A, et al
Meta-Analysis of the Effect of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention on Death and Myocardial Infarction in Patients With Stable Coronary Artery Disease and Inducible Myocardial Ischemia.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 29. pii: S0002-9149(20)30759.
PubMed Abstract available

PODLESNIKAR T, Pizarro G, Fernandez-Jimenez R, Montero-Cabezas JM, et al
Five-Year Outcomes and Prognostic Value of Feature-Tracking Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance in Patients Receiving Early Prereperfusion Metoprolol in Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30771.
PubMed Abstract available

VALLABHAJOSYULA S, Payne SR, Jentzer JC, Sangaralingham LR, et al
Long-Term Outcomes of Acute Myocardial Infarction With Concomitant Cardiogenic Shock and Cardiac Arrest.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30778.
PubMed Abstract available

VALLABHAJOSYULA S, Kanwar S, Aung H, Cheungpasitporn W, et al
Temporal Trends and Outcomes of Left Ventricular Aneurysm After Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30777.
PubMed Abstract available

ZAFEIROPOULOS S, Farmakis I, Kartas A, Arvanitaki A, et al
Risk for Recurrent Cardiovascular Events and Expected Risk Reduction With Optimal Treatment 1 Year After an Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30780.
PubMed Abstract available

ATHER N, Roberts WC
Location of the Cannula of the Left Ventricular Assist Device in Explanted Hearts After Orthotopic Heart Transplantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30789.
PubMed Abstract available

LEE HC, Park JS, Choe JC, Ahn JH, et al
Prediction of 1-Year Mortality from Acute Myocardial Infarction Using Machine Learning.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 26. pii: S0002-9149(20)30783.
PubMed Abstract available

SAAD M, Tobolski J, Kolte D, Wang Y, et al
Duration of P2Y12 inhibitor Prescription After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients on Oral Anticoagulants (from NCDR CathPCI Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 25. pii: S0002-9149(20)30763.
PubMed

BRUNETTI ND, Castrovilli V, Ieva R, Centola A, et al
Telecardiology Assessment and Cardiovascular Prevention in Italian Police Officers.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 25. pii: S0002-9149(20)30762.
PubMed

CHOI IJ, Lim S, Lee D, Lee WJ, et al
Relation of Proprotein Convertase Subtilisin/Kexin Type 9 to Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 25. pii: S0002-9149(20)30766.
PubMed Abstract available

WANG HY, Dou KF, Yin D, Xu B, et al
Risk/Benefit Tradeoff of Prolonging Dual Antiplatelet Therapy More Than 12 Months in TWILIGHT-Like High-Risk Patients After Complex Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 24. pii: S0002-9149(20)30767.
PubMed Abstract available

KONG NW, Bavishi A, Amaral AP, Tibrewala A, et al
Risk Differences in Secondary Prevention Patients Who Present With Acute Coronary Syndrome and Implications of Guideline-Directed Cholesterol Management.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 24. pii: S0002-9149(20)30773.
PubMed Abstract available

HIGGINS AY, Bjerre J, Parzynski CS, Minges KE, et al
Comparison of Mortality and Readmission in Non-Ischemic Versus Ischemic Cardiomyopathy After Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 24. pii: S0002-9149(20)30769.
PubMed Abstract available

CHANGAL K, Patel M, Mir T, Elzanaty A, et al
Drug-Coated Balloons Versus Drug-Eluting Stents in ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction: A Meta-analysis.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 21. pii: S0002-9149(20)30760.
PubMed

ULLAH W, Ali Z, Sadiq U, Rafiq A, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing the Safety and Efficacy of Prasugrel and Ticagrelor in Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 17. pii: S0002-9149(20)30688.
PubMed Abstract available

OLESEN KK, Madsen M, Wurtz M, Thim T, et al
Risk of Myocardial Infarction in Patients Without Angiographic Coronary Artery Disease Compared With the General Population.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 14. pii: S0002-9149(20)30686.
PubMed Abstract available

HORIE K, Kuramitsu S, Shinozaki T, Ohya M, et al
Outcomes After First- Versus Second-Generation Drug-Eluting Stent Thrombosis (from the REAL-ST Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 14. pii: S0002-9149(20)30680.
PubMed Abstract available

MAHOWALD MK, Alqahtani F, Alkhouli M
Comparison of Outcomes of Coronary Revascularization for Acute Myocardial Infarction in Men Versus Women.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 13. pii: S0002-9149(20)30684.
PubMed Abstract available

OTSUKI H, Arashi H, Yamaguchi J, Kawada-Watanabe E, et al
Effect of Ezetimibe+Pitavastatin on Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients with ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (from the HIJ-PROPER Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 13. pii: S0002-9149(20)30692.
PubMed Abstract available

VALLABHAJOSYULA S, Barsness GW, Herrmann J, Anavekar NS, et al
Comparison of Complications and In-Hospital Mortality in Takotsubo (Apical Ballooning/Stress) Cardiomyopathy Versus Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 13. pii: S0002-9149(20)30685.
PubMed Abstract available

SACHDEVA A, Hung YY, Solomon MD, McNulty EJ, et al
Duration of Dual Antiplatelet Therapy After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Chronic Total Occlusion.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 13. pii: S0002-9149(20)30679.
PubMed Abstract available

NELSON AJ, Navar AM, Mulder H, Wojdyla D, et al
Association Between Triglycerides and Residual Cardiovascular Risk in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Established Cardiovascular Disease (From the Bypass Angioplasty Revascularization Investigation 2 Diabetes [BARI 2D] Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 12. pii: S0002-9149(20)30673.
PubMed Abstract available

DING WY, Lip GYH, Pastori D, Shantsila A, et al
Effects of Atrial Fibrillation and Chronic Kidney Disease on Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 11. pii: S0002-9149(20)30672.
PubMed Abstract available

HAMADEH A, Aldujeli A, Briedis K, Tecson KM, et al
Characteristics and Outcomes in Patients Presenting With COVID-19 and ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 3. pii: S0002-9149(20)30641.
PubMed Abstract available

JIN C, Kim MH, Lee KM, Park JS, et al
Less Myocardial Infarction and Stroke Hospitalizations During Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus Epidemic in Korea.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jul 3. pii: S0002-9149(20)30668.
PubMed

ZIVELONGHI C, Verheye S, Timmers L, van Kuijk JP, et al
Efficacy of Coronary Sinus Reducer in Patients With Non-revascularized Chronic Total Occlusions.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;126:1-7.
PubMed Abstract available

KHAN SU, Khan MZ, Alkhouli M
Reader's Comments: Trends in the Utilization of Left Atrial Appendage Exclusion in the United States.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;126:106-107.
PubMed

June 2020

BRIEDIS K, Aldujeli A, Aldujeili M, Briede K, et al
Considerations for Management of Acute Coronary Syndromes During the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Pandemic.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 30. pii: S0002-9149(20)30616.
PubMed Abstract available

HATTLER B, Grover FL, Wagner T, Hawkins RB, et al
Incidence and Prognostic Impact of Incomplete Revascularization Documented by Coronary Angiography 1 Year After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 30. pii: S0002-9149(20)30624.
PubMed Abstract available

AHMAD Y, Howard JP, Arnold AD, Ali ZA, et al
Drug-Eluting Stents Versus Bypass Surgery for Left Main Disease: An Updated Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials With Long-Term Follow-Up.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 30. pii: S0002-9149(20)30636.
PubMed

ASBEUTAH AAA, Asbeutah SA, Abu-Assi MA
A Meta-Analysis of Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients With Hypercholesterolemia Treated With Bempedoic Acid.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 30. pii: S0002-9149(20)30635.
PubMed

KRITTANAWONG C, Kumar A, Wang Z, Narasimhan B, et al
Meditation and Cardiovascular Health in the US.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 30. pii: S0002-9149(20)30620.
PubMed Abstract available

STEENSIG K, Olesen KKW, Madsen M, Thim T, et al
A Novel Model for Prediction of Thromboembolic and Cardiovascular Events in Patients Without Atrial Fibrillation.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30608.
PubMed Abstract available

LOTFI AS, Capatina A, Kugelmass AD
Reader's CommentsAssessment of ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Volume Trends During The COVID-19 Pandemic.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 27. pii: S0002-9149(20)30606.
PubMed

LI YH, Huang WC, Hwang JJ
No Reduction of ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Admission in Taiwan During Coronavirus Pandemic.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 27. pii: S0002-9149(20)30607.
PubMed

ADVANI I, Gunge D, Banks S, Mehta S, et al
Is Increased Sleep Responsible for Reductions in Myocardial Infarction During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 20. pii: S0002-9149(20)30604.
PubMed Abstract available

NAIROOZ R, Parzynski CS, Curtis JP, Mohsen A, et al
Contemporary Trends, Predictors and Outcomes of Perforation During Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (From the NCDR Cath PCI Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 17. pii: S0002-9149(20)30589.
PubMed Abstract available

KOBO O, Mohamed MO, Farmer AD, Alraies CM, et al
Outcomes of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients With Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis (from a Nationwide Cohort).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 17. pii: S0002-9149(20)30588.
PubMed Abstract available

ZHANG F, Bharadwaj A, Mohamed MO, Ensor J, et al
Impact of Charlson Co-Morbidity Index Score on Management and Outcomes After Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 17. pii: S0002-9149(20)30597.
PubMed Abstract available

LUPU L, Shepshelovich D, Banai S, Hershkoviz R, et al
Effect of Ticagrelor on Reducing the Risk of Gram-Positive Infections in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 17. pii: S0002-9149(20)30591.
PubMed Abstract available

CHANGAL K, Masroor S, Elzanaty A, Patel M, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Multiple Arterial Grafts Versus Single Arterial Graft for Coronary-Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)30587.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM Y, Park J, Essa M, Lansky AJ, et al
Frequency of Management of Cardiogenic Shock With Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices According to Race.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:1782-1787.
PubMed Abstract available

KAWJI MM, Glancy DL
Chest and Back Pain.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:1929-1930.
PubMed Abstract available

KADAVATH S, Mohan J, Ashraf S, Kassier A, et al
Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Volume Changes During COVID-19-Findings from a Cardiovascular Fellows Consortium.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 11. pii: S0002-9149(20)30565.
PubMed

FABIJANIC D, Luksic B, Ljubkovic M
Statins in primary prevention of cardiovascular disease - should we start while young and healthy?
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 10. pii: S0002-9149(20)30562.
PubMed

GUZMAN-PRADO Y
Recent Findings on Cardiovascular Safety With the Use of Chloroquine and Hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 9. pii: S0002-9149(20)30559.
PubMed

BODEN WE, Hartigan PM, Mancini J, Teo KK, et al
Risk Prediction Tool for Assessing the Probability of Death or Myocardial Infarction in Patients With Stable Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30557.
PubMed Abstract available

TRIPATHI B, Kumar V, Kalra A, Gupta T, et al
Influence of Influenza Infection on In-Hospital Acute Myocardial Infarction Outcomes.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 7. pii: S0002-9149(20)30556.
PubMed Abstract available

KWOK CS, Sirker A, Nolan J, Zaman A, et al
A National Evaluation of Emergency Cardiac Surgery After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention and Postsurgical Patient Outcomes.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 7. pii: S0002-9149(20)30552.
PubMed Abstract available

JI C, Wu S, Shi J, Huang Z, et al
Baseline CHADS2 Score and Risk of Cardiovascular Events in the Population Without Atrial Fibrillation.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jun 3. pii: S0002-9149(20)30545.
PubMed Abstract available

ALNABELSI TS, Gupta VA, Su LC, Thompson KL, et al
Usefulness of Findings by Multimodality Imaging to Stratify Risk of Major Adverse Cardiac Events After Sepsis at 1 and 12 months.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:1732-1737.
PubMed Abstract available

May 2020

MATETIC A, Bharadwaj A, Mohamed MO, Chugh Y, et al
Socioeconomic Status and Differences in the Management and Outcomes of 6.6 Million US Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 May 26. pii: S0002-9149(20)30534.
PubMed Abstract available

PEPE M, Corcione N, Biondi-Zoccai G, Morello A, et al
Comparison of Outcomes of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation in Patients >/=85 Years Versus Those <85 Years.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 May 26. pii: S0002-9149(20)30543.
PubMed Abstract available

ZALESKI AL, Taylor BA, McKay RG, Thompson PD, et al
Declines in Acute Cardiovascular Emergencies During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 May 24. pii: S0002-9149(20)30538.
PubMed

ASBEUTAH AAA, Asbeutah SA, Abu-Assi MA
A Meta-Analysis of Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients With Hypercholesterolemia Treated With Inclisiran.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 May 21. pii: S0002-9149(20)30500.
PubMed

GODINO C, Pivato CA, Rubino C, Russi A, et al
Antithrombotic Therapy After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Atrial Fibrillation.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 May 18. pii: S0002-9149(20)30487.
PubMed

KHAN SU, Bashir ZS, Khan MZ, Khan MS, et al
Trends in Cardiovascular Deaths Among Young Adults in the United States, 1999 to 2018.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 May 18. pii: S0002-9149(20)30490.
PubMed

GRYAZNOV AA, Saeyeldin A, Abdelbaky M, Zafar MA, et al
Nonusefulness of Antithrombotic Therapy After Surgical Bioprosthetic Aortic Valve Replacement.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 May 18. pii: S0002-9149(20)30494.
PubMed Abstract available

AGGARWAL G, Henry BM, Aggarwal S, Bangalore S, et al
Cardiovascular Safety of Potential Drugs for the Treatment of Coronavirus Disease 2019.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 May 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)30489.
PubMed Abstract available

SHAH R, Nayyar M, Le FK, Labroo A, et al
Meta-Analysis of Optimal Revascularization Strategy for Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction and Multi-Vessel Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 May 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)30492.
PubMed Abstract available

STOREY KM, Wang J, Garberich RF, Bennett NM, et al
Long-Term (3 Years) Outcomes of Ranolazine Therapy for Refractory Angina Pectoris (from the Ranolazine Refractory Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 May 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)30496.
PubMed Abstract available

LARCHER B, Zanolin-Purin D, Vonbank A, Heinzle CF, et al
Usefulness of Handgrip Strength to Predict Mortality in Patients With Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 May 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)30481.
PubMed Abstract available

GRODECKI K, Opolski MP, Staruch AD, Michalowska AM, et al
Comparison of Computed Tomography Angiography Versus Invasive Angiography to Assess Medina Classification in Coronary Bifurcations.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:1479-1485.
PubMed Abstract available

LASLETT DB, Cooper JM, Greenberg RM, Yesenosky GA, et al
Electrolyte Abnormalities in Patients Presenting With Ventricular Arrhythmia (from the LYTE-VT Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 May 15. pii: S0002-9149(20)30473.
PubMed Abstract available

VOIGTLANDER L, Twerenbold R, Schafer U, Conradi L, et al
Prognostic Impact of Underweight (Body Mass Index <20 kg/m(2)) in Patients With Severe Aortic Valve Stenosis Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation or Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement (from the German Aortic Valve Registry [GARY]).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 May 13. pii: S0002-9149(20)30462.
PubMed Abstract available

MANCINI GBJ, Boden WE
Diagnostic Implications in the Aftermath of the ISCHEMIA Trial.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:1438-1440.
PubMed Abstract available

GALAND V, Flecher E, Chabanne C, Lelong B, et al
Outcomes of Left Ventricular Assist Device Implantation in Patients With Uncommon Etiology Cardiomyopathy.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:1421-1428.
PubMed Abstract available

ROBERTS CS, Stoler RC, Roberts WC
The Case for Primary Prevention of Atherosclerotic Events from Study of a Single Patient.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:1443-1445.
PubMed Abstract available

April 2020

KRITTANAWONG C, Kumar A, Wang Z, Jneid H, et al
Sleep Duration and Cardiovascular Health in a Representative Community Population (from NHANES, 2005 to 2016).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 26. pii: S0002-9149(20)30380.
PubMed Abstract available

CHANDRASEKHAR J, Sartori S, Aquino MB, Baber U, et al
Comparison of One-Year Outcomes in Patients >75 Versus
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 24. pii: S0002-9149(20)30382.
PubMed Abstract available

ROSENTHAL DG, Cheng RK, Petek BJ, Masri SC, et al
Risk of Adverse Cardiovascular Events in Cardiac Sarcoidosis Independent of Left Ventricular Function.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 23. pii: S0002-9149(20)30394.
PubMed Abstract available

SHAHIM B, Redfors B, Chen S, Morice MC, et al
Outcomes After Left Main Coronary Artery Revascularization by Percutaneous Coronary Intervention or Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting According to Smoking Status.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 22. pii: S0002-9149(20)30398.
PubMed Abstract available

MARON BA, Maron JL, Abman SH
The Case for Bringing Birthweight to Adult Cardiovascular Medicine.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 22. pii: S0002-9149(20)30383.
PubMed

MALIK AH, Yandrapalli S, Shetty SS, Aronow WS, et al
Meta-analysis of Dual Antiplatelet Therapy Versus Monotherapy With P2Y12 Inhibitors in Patients After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 22. pii: S0002-9149(20)30396.
PubMed Abstract available

GRUBLER MR, Delgado G, Kleber M, Hartaigh BO, et al
Effect of Galectin 3 on Aldosterone-Associated Risk of Cardiovascular Mortality in Patients Undergoing Coronary Angiography.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 22. pii: S0002-9149(20)30385.
PubMed Abstract available

RAMPHUL K, Mejias SG, Sombans S, Sonaye R, et al
Cardiac arrhythmias associated with Takotsubo cardiomyopathy and ST- segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)30370.
PubMed

MCDERMOTT AT, Polsinelli VB, Wang NC, Kancharla K, et al
Presentation, Treatment, and Outcome of Survivors of In-Hospital Versus Out-of-Hospital Sudden Cardiac Arrest.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:1137-1141.
PubMed Abstract available

KONIGSTEIN M, Kandzari DE, Smits PC, Love MP, et al
Outcomes of Patients With Coronary Arterial Bifurcation Narrowings Undergoing Provisional 1-Stent Treatment (from the BIONICS Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 14. pii: S0002-9149(20)30344.
PubMed Abstract available

ELGENDY IY, Mahmoud AN, Gad M, Elgendy AY, et al
Long-Term Outcomes With Drug-Eluting Stents or Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery for Unprotected Left Main Coronary Disease: A Meta-Analysis and Trial Sequential Analysis of Randomized Trials.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 14. pii: S0002-9149(20)30347.
PubMed

LINDOW T, Smith SW
The Search for Strategies to Better Identify Patients With Acute Coronary Occlusion But No ST Elevation Should Not Be Abandoned.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 13. pii: S0002-9149(20)30345.
PubMed

KALRA R, Parcha V, Patel N, Bhargava A, et al
Implications of Atrial Fibrillation Among Patients With Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Undergoing Noncardiac Surgery.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 12. pii: S0002-9149(20)30277.
PubMed Abstract available

VAVIK V, Pedersen EKR, Svingen GF, Solheim E, et al
Systemic Cardiac Troponin T Associated With Incident Atrial Fibrillation Among Patients With Suspected Stable Angina Pectoris.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 12. pii: S0002-9149(20)30325.
PubMed Abstract available

PATEL N, Ahmad MI, Zhang W, Soliman EZ, et al
Interrelations of Cumulative Social Risk, Silent Myocardial Infarction, and Mortality in the General Population.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 10. pii: S0002-9149(20)30275.
PubMed Abstract available

CHEN LQ, Tsiamtsiouris E, Singh H, Rapelje K, et al
Prevalence of Coronary Artery Calcium in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation With and Without Cardiovascular Risk Factors.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30267.
PubMed Abstract available

NOUS FMA, Budde RPJ, van Dijkman ED, Musters PJ, et al
Prognostic Value of Subclinical Coronary Artery Disease in Atrial Fibrillation Patients Identified by Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 7. pii: S0002-9149(20)30339.
PubMed Abstract available

VALLABHAJOSYULA S, Patlolla SH, Verghese D, Ya'Qoub L, et al
Burden of Arrhythmias in Acute Myocardial Infarction Complicated by Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 6. pii: S0002-9149(20)30264.
PubMed Abstract available

RAPOSEIRAS-ROUBIN S, Abu-Assi E, Munoz-Pousa I, Rossello X, et al
Usefulness of Bleeding After Acute Coronary Syndromes for Unmasking Silent Cancer.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 6. pii: S0002-9149(20)30272.
PubMed Abstract available

FARJO PD, Barghouthi N, Chima N, Desai A, et al
Use of the Burden of Diabetes Mellitus Score for Cardiovascular Disease Risk Assessment.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 4. pii: S0002-9149(20)30276.
PubMed Abstract available

BALDETTI L, Melillo F, Moroni F, Gallone G, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing P2Y12 Inhibitors in Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 2. pii: S0002-9149(20)30268.
PubMed Abstract available

MORICI N, De Rosa R, Crimi G, De Luca L, et al
Characteristics and Outcome of Patients >/=75 Years of Age With Prior Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Admitted for an Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 2. pii: S0002-9149(20)30270.
PubMed Abstract available

MCINTYRE WF, Liu S, Garber PJ
Impact of Routine 24 Hour Coronary Care Unit Stay in Stable Patients After Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 2. pii: S0002-9149(20)30269.
PubMed Abstract available

UNKART JT, Allison MA, Abdelmalek JA, Jenny NS, et al
Relation of Plasma Renin Activity to Subclinical Peripheral and Coronary Artery Disease (from the Multiethnic Study of Atherosclerosis).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 2. pii: S0002-9149(20)30271.
PubMed Abstract available

RUSSO M, Kim HO, Thondapu V, Kurihara O, et al
Ethnic Differences in the Pathobiology of Acute Coronary Syndromes Between Asians and Whites.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Apr 1. pii: S0002-9149(20)30266.
PubMed Abstract available

March 2020

PONZETTO A, De Ferrari GM
Impact of Cirrhosis on 90-Day Outcomes After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 19. pii: S0002-9149(20)30256.
PubMed

ELBADAWI A, Elgendy IY, Omer MA, Khalife W, et al
Hospital Volume and In-hospital Outcomes with Impella Guided Percutaneous Coronary Interventions: Insights from a National Database.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 19. pii: S0002-9149(20)30255.
PubMed

ZHANG F, Mohamed MO, Ensor J, Peat G, et al
Temporal Trends in Comorbidity Burden and Impact on Prognosis in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome Using the Elixhauser Comorbidity Index Score.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 17. pii: S0002-9149(20)30223.
PubMed Abstract available

CORTIGIANI L, Carpeggiani C, Landi P, Raciti M, et al
Prognostic Value of Heart Rate Reserve in Patients with Permanent Atrial Fibrillation during Dipyridamole Stress Echocardiography.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 17. pii: S0002-9149(20)30254.
PubMed Abstract available

GAJANANA D, Rogers T, Weintraub WS, Kolm P, et al
Ischemic Versus Bleeding Outcomes After Percutaneous Coronary Interventions in Patients With High Bleeding Risk.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)30205.
PubMed Abstract available

LEMOR A, Gorgis S, Villablanca PA, Basir MB, et al
Regional Variation in Procedural and Clinical Outcomes Among Patients With ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction With Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 16. pii: S0002-9149(20)30207.
PubMed Abstract available

SEO J, Ahn JM, Hong SJ, Kang DY, et al
Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffolds Versus Drug-Eluting Stents for Diffuse Long Coronary Narrowings.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 15. pii: S0002-9149(20)30204.
PubMed Abstract available

RIGATELLI G, Zuin M, Vassilev D, dell'Avvocata F, et al
Risk of Dislodgement of Ultrathin Drug Eluting Stents Versus Thick Drug Eluting Stents.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 14. pii: S0002-9149(20)30220.
PubMed Abstract available

ELSHAZLY MB, Abdellatif A, Dargham SR, Rifai MA, et al
Role of Coronary Artery and Thoracic Aortic Calcium as Risk Modifiers to Guide Antihypertensive Therapy in Stage 1 Hypertension (From the Multiethnic Study of Atherosclerosis).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 14. pii: S0002-9149(20)30212.
PubMed Abstract available

OLSEN FJ, Pedersen S, Skaarup KG, Iversen AZ, et al
A Validated Echocardiographic Risk Model for Predicting Outcome Following ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 5. pii: S0002-9149(20)30194.
PubMed Abstract available

QIN X, Luo J, Qin L, Liu B, et al
Long-term Impact of Thrombus Aspiration in Patients With ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Undergoing Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 5. pii: S0002-9149(20)30195.
PubMed Abstract available

WONG JM, Maddox TM, Kennedy K, Shaw RE, et al
Comparing Major Bleeding Risk in Outpatients With Atrial Fibrillation or Flutter by Oral Anticoagulant Type (from the National Cardiovascular Disease Registry's Practice Innovation and Clinical Excellence Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 5. pii: S0002-9149(20)30198.
PubMed Abstract available

WU P, Chew-Graham CA, Maas AH, Chappell LC, et al
Temporal Changes in Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy and Impact on Cardiovascular and Obstetric Outcomes.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 5. pii: S0002-9149(20)30199.
PubMed Abstract available

VISARIA A, Balkan L, Pinheiro LC, Bryan J, et al
Relation of a Simple Cardiac Co-Morbidity Count and Cardiovascular Readmission After a Heart Failure Hospitalization.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 5. pii: S0002-9149(20)30188.
PubMed Abstract available

ABUGROUN A, Patel P, Natarajan S, Elawad A, et al
Relation of Age to Survival in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea who Develop an Acute Coronary Event (from the National Inpatient Sample).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 5. pii: S0002-9149(20)30181.
PubMed Abstract available

OREN O, Yang EH, Molina JR, Bailey KR, et al
Cardiovascular Health and Outcomes in Cancer Patients Receiving Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 5. pii: S0002-9149(20)30186.
PubMed Abstract available

ALLAHWALA UK, Weaver JC, Nelson GI, Nour D, et al
Effect of Recruitment of Acute Coronary Collaterals on In-Hospital Mortality and on Left Ventricular Function in Patients Presenting With ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 4. pii: S0002-9149(20)30193.
PubMed Abstract available

CHALKLEY RA, Roberts WC, Patlolla S, Schussler JM, et al
Giant Right Coronary Artery Aneurysms.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Mar 4. pii: S0002-9149(20)30176.
PubMed Abstract available

RASKIND-HOOD C, Saraf A, Riehle-Colarusso T, Glidewell J, et al
Assessing Pregnancy, Gestational Complications, and Co-morbidities in Women With Congenital Heart Defects (Data from ICD-9-CM Codes in 3 US Surveillance Sites).
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:812-819.
PubMed Abstract available

CARNEY K, Thande N, Gosch K, Desai N, et al
Relationship Between Provider Experience and Cardiac Performance Measures in Outpatients (from the NCDR).
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:820-826.
PubMed Abstract available

CHEN Y, Buchanan KD, Chan RC, Zhang C, et al
Combined Vascular Brachytherapy and Stenting for the Treatment of In-Stent Restenosis.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:712-719.
PubMed Abstract available

February 2020

KRITTANAWONG C, Kumar A, Wang Z, Jneid H, et al
Pet Ownership and Cardiovascular Health in the US General Population.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Feb 21. pii: S0002-9149(20)30071.
PubMed Abstract available

MARTI D, Carballeira D, Morales MJ, Concepcion R, et al
Impact of Anemia on the Risk of Bleeding Following Percutaneous Coronary Interventions in Patients >/=75 Years of Age.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Feb 19. pii: S0002-9149(20)30051.
PubMed Abstract available

TOVAR FORERO MN, Scarparo P, den Dekker W, Balbi M, et al
Revascularization Strategies in Patients Presenting With ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction and Multivessel Coronary Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Feb 19. pii: S0002-9149(20)30119.
PubMed Abstract available

D'ASCENZO F, Barbero U, Abdirashid M, Trabattoni D, et al
Incidence of Adverse Events at 3 Months Versus at 12 Months After Dual Antiplatelet Therapy Cessation in Patients Treated With Thin Stents With Unprotected Left Main or Coronary Bifurcations.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:491-499.
PubMed Abstract available

COX J, Roberts WC, Araj FG, Jarzembowski J, et al
Acute Isolated Coronary Artery Dissection Causing Massive Acute Myocardial Infarction and Leading to Unsuccessful Coronary Bypass, Extracorporeal Life Support, and Successful Cardiac Transplantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Feb 11. pii: S0002-9149(20)30098.
PubMed Abstract available

OCHIAI T, Yoon SH, Flint N, Sharma R, et al
Timing and Outcomes of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients Who Underwent Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Feb 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30108.
PubMed Abstract available

NAKAO M, Yamaguchi J, Satomi N, Ebihara S, et al
Outcomes of Renal Transplant Recipients after Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Feb 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30122.
PubMed Abstract available

VAN DER VELDE N, Huurman R, Yamasaki Y, Kardys I, et al
Frequency and Significance of Coronary Artery Disease and Myocardial Bridging in Patients With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Feb 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30099.
PubMed Abstract available

KWOK CS, Kalra A, Velagapudi P, Park K, et al
Comparison of 30-Day Unplanned Readmissions to the Index Versus Nonindex Hospital After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Feb 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30120.
PubMed Abstract available

LU DY, Steitieh D, Feldman DN, Cheung JW, et al
Impact Of Cirrhosis On 90-Day Outcomes After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (from A Nationwide Database).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Feb 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30121.
PubMed Abstract available

OLSHANSKY B, Muldowney J
Cardiovascular Safety Considerations in the Treatment of Neurogenic Orthostatic Hypotension.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Feb 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30102.
PubMed Abstract available

LOMBARDI N, Crescioli G, Simonetti M, Marconi E, et al
Adherence to Triple-Free-Drug Combination Therapies Among Patients With Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Feb 7. pii: S0002-9149(20)30101.
PubMed Abstract available

KHEIRI B, Simpson TF, Osman M, Kumar K, et al
Meta-analysis of Drug-Coated Balloons in the Treatment of De-Novo Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Feb 6. pii: S0002-9149(20)30001.
PubMed

KHAN MZ, Munir MB, Khan MU, Osman M, et al
Trends, Outcomes, and Predictors of Revascularization in Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:328-335.
PubMed Abstract available

January 2020

NGUYEN K, Fan W, Bertoni A, Budoff MJ, et al
N-terminal Pro B-type Natriuretic Peptide and High-sensitivity Cardiac Troponin as Markers for Heart Failure and Cardiovascular Disease Risks According to Glucose Status (from the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis [MESA]).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 30. pii: S0002-9149(20)30066.
PubMed Abstract available

CORCIONE N, Biondi-Zoccai G, Ferraro P, Morello A, et al
Long-Term Follow-Up of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation With Portico Versus Evolut Devices.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 30. pii: S0002-9149(20)30059.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM TO, Ahn JM, Kang DY, Kim SO, et al
Rates and Independent Correlates of 10-Year Major Adverse Events and Mortality in Patients Undergoing Left Main Coronary Arterial Revascularization.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 29. pii: S0002-9149(20)30064.
PubMed Abstract available

MULLER P, Dietrich JW, Lin T, Bejinariu A, et al
Usefulness of Serum Free Thyroxine Concentration to Predict Ventricular Arrhythmia Risk in Euthyroid Patients With Structural Heart Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 29. pii: S0002-9149(20)30060.
PubMed Abstract available

OZAKI Y, Garcia-Garcia HM, Rogers T, Torguson R, et al
Coronary Artery Disease Assessed by Computed Tomography-Based Leaman Score in Patients With Low-Risk Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30063.
PubMed Abstract available

LEVETT JY, Windle SB, Filion KB, Brunetti VC, et al
Meta-Analysis of Transcatheter Versus Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement in Low Surgical Risk Patients.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30058.
PubMed Abstract available

KOSTIS JB, Giakoumis M, Zinonos S, Cabrera J, et al
Meta-Analysis of Usefulness of Treatment of Hypercholesterolemia With Statins for Primary Prevention in Patients Older Than 75 Years.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30061.
PubMed Abstract available

ABDELAZIZ HK, Megaly M, Debski M, Rahbi H, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Percutaneous to Surgical Access in Trans-Femoral Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 28. pii: S0002-9149(20)30062.
PubMed Abstract available

GERMAN C, Ahmad MI, Li Y, Soliman EZ, et al
Relations Between Physical Activity, Subclinical Myocardial Injury, and Cardiovascular Mortality in the General Population.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:205-209.
PubMed Abstract available

MORI N, Saito Y, Saito K, Matsuoka T, et al
Relation of Plasma Xanthine Oxidoreductase Activity to Coronary Lipid Core Plaques Assessed by Near-Infrared Spectroscopy Intravascular Ultrasound in Patients With Stable Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 9. pii: S0002-9149(20)30010.
PubMed Abstract available

MALIK AO, Spertus JA, Grantham JA, Peri-Okonny P, et al
Outcomes of Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients With Renal Dysfunction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30013.
PubMed Abstract available

NDREPEPA G, Cassese S, Xhepa E, Fusaro M, et al
Relation of Hypocholesterolemia With Diabetes Mellitus in Patients With Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30011.
PubMed Abstract available

PAPADEMETRIOU V, Stavropoulos K, Kokkinos P, Doumas M, et al
Left Ventricular Hypertrophy and Mortality Risk in Male Veteran Patients at High Cardiovascular Risk.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 8. pii: S0002-9149(19)31498.
PubMed Abstract available

JIA RF, Li L, Li H, Cao XJ, et al
Meta-analysis of C-Reactive Protein and Risk of Angina Pectoris.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 8. pii: S0002-9149(20)30012.
PubMed Abstract available

DAVID C, Bisson A, Andre C, Pierre B, et al
Prognosis of Type 2 Myocardial Infarction Patients Implanted With a Prophylactic Defibrillator (from the Very-High-Rate Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 7. pii: S0002-9149(20)30022.
PubMed Abstract available

GUPTA T, Weinreich M, Kolte D, Khera S, et al
Comparison of Incidence and Outcomes of Cardiogenic Shock Complicating Posterior (Inferior) Versus Anterior ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 7. pii: S0002-9149(20)30021.
PubMed Abstract available

NUNEZ J, Sastre C, D'Ascoli G, Ruiz V, et al
Relation of Low Lymphocyte Count to Frailty and its Usefulness as a Prognostic Biomarker in Patients >65 Years of Age With Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 7. pii: S0002-9149(20)30020.
PubMed Abstract available

BHARDWAJ B, Sidhu G, Balla S, Kumar V, et al
Outcomes and Hospital Utilization in Patients With Papillary Muscle Rupture Associated With Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2020 Jan 7. pii: S0002-9149(20)30019.
PubMed Abstract available

RAVI V, Pulipati P, Vij A, Kodumuri V, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Double Versus Triple Antithrombotic Therapy in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation and Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2020;125:19-28.
PubMed Abstract available

December 2019

MALMBERG M, Gunn J, Sipila J, Pikkarainen E, et al
Comparison of Long-Term Outcomes of Patients Having Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement With Versus Without Simultaneous Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 28. pii: S0002-9149(19)31484.
PubMed Abstract available

RIFAI MA, Blaha MJ, Patel J, Xiaoming J, et al
Coronary Artery Calcification, Statin Use and Long-Term Risk of Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Events (from the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 28. pii: S0002-9149(19)31500.
PubMed Abstract available

CARDOSO R, Rivera M, Czarny MJ, Knijnik L, et al
In-Hospital Management and Outcomes of Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction and Influenza.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 27. pii: S0002-9149(19)31501.
PubMed Abstract available

GIANNOPOULOS G, Karageorgiou S, Vrachatis D, Kousta M, et al
Usefulness of a Structured Adult Education Program in Modifying Markers of Cardiovascular Risk After Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 27. pii: S0002-9149(19)31502.
PubMed Abstract available

ELBAZ GG, Henning KA, Qiu F, Fremes SE, et al
Impact of Coronary Artery Severity and Revascularization Prior to Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 27. pii: S0002-9149(19)31490.
PubMed Abstract available

ROBERTS CS, Roberts WC
The Layer Where the Coronary Arterial "Endarterectomy" Specimen Separates from the Underlying Artery.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 27. pii: S0002-9149(19)31481.
PubMed Abstract available

LEE HL, Ahmad MI, Li Y, Stacey RB, et al
Impact of the Location of ST-T Abnormalities Accompanying Minor Q-Waves on the Definition of Prior Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31504.
PubMed Abstract available

KOJIMA T, Hikoso S, Nakatani D, Suna S, et al
Impact of Hyperglycemia on Long-Term Outcome in Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31503.
PubMed Abstract available

MANNO G, Novo G, Novo S, Corrado E, et al
Alteration of Heart Rate Variability as an Early Predictor of Cardiovascular Events: A Look at Current Evidence.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 17. pii: S0002-9149(19)31454.
PubMed

QIAN F, Zhong Y, Hannan EL
Relation Between Operator and Hospital Volumes and Long-Term Outcomes for Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in New York.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 17. pii: S0002-9149(19)31359.
PubMed Abstract available

VERMA S
Potential Mechanisms of Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter 2 Inhibitor-Related Cardiovascular Benefits.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124 Suppl 1:S36-S44.
PubMed Abstract available

NASSIF ME, Kosiborod M
A Review of Cardiovascular Outcomes Trials of Glucose-Lowering Therapies and Their Effects on Heart Failure Outcomes.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124 Suppl 1:S12-S19.
PubMed Abstract available

WILKINSON MJ, Zadourian A, Taub PR
Heart Failure and Diabetes Mellitus: Defining the Problem and Exploring the Interrelationship.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124 Suppl 1:S3-S11.
PubMed Abstract available

MERCADO-LUBO R, Yarzebski J, Lessard D, Gore J, et al
Changing Trends in the Landscape of Patients Hospitalized With Acute Myocardial Infarction (2001 to 2011) (from the Worcester Heart Attack Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 13. pii: S0002-9149(19)31453.
PubMed Abstract available

KHAN SU, Khan MU, Riaz H, Raggi P, et al
Meta-analysis of the Relation of Body Mass Index to Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients Receiving Intensive Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol Lowering Therapy.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 10. pii: S0002-9149(19)31362.
PubMed Abstract available

SCHNEIDER DJ, McMahon SR, Ehle GL, Chava S, et al
Assessment of Cardiovascular Risk by the Combination of Clinical Risk Scores Plus Platelet Expression of FcgammaRIIa.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)31364.
PubMed Abstract available

ALKHALFAN F, Nafee T, Yee MK, Chi G, et al
Relation of White Blood Cell Count to Bleeding and Ischemic Events in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome (from the ATLAS ACS 2-TIMI 51 Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)31363.
PubMed Abstract available

OHNO Y, Yamaji K, Kohsaka S, Inohara T, et al
Incidence and In-Hospital Outcomes of Patients Presenting With Stent Thrombosis (from the Japanese Nationwide Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)31361.
PubMed Abstract available

FAGGIONI M, Redfors B, Crowley A, Claessen BE, et al
Comparison of Age (<75 Years Vs >/=75 Years) and Platelet Reactivity to the Risk of Thrombotic and Bleeding Events After Successful Percutaneous Coronary Intervention With Drug-Eluting Stents (from the ADAPT-DES Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)31358.
PubMed Abstract available

TEN BERG JM, Steg PG, Bhatt DL, Hohnloser SH, et al
Comparison of the Effect of Age (< 75 Versus >/= 75) on the Efficacy and Safety of Dual Therapy (Dabigatran+Clopidogrel or Ticagrelor) Versus Triple Therapy (Warfarin+Aspirin+Clopidogrel or Ticagrelor) in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation After
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)31353.
PubMed Abstract available

LAHOUD R, Butzel DW, Parsee A, Huang YL, et al
Acute Kidney Recovery in Patients Who Underwent Transcatheter Versus Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement (from the Northern New England Cardiovascular Disease Study Group).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)31344.
PubMed Abstract available

FUJIKURA K, Heydari B, Ge Y, Kaneko K, et al
Insulin Resistance Modifies the Effects of Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters on Left Ventricular Remodeling After Acute Myocardial Infarction (from the OMEGA-REMODEL Randomized Clinical Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Dec 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)31357.
PubMed Abstract available

November 2019

NAYYAR R, Sheth D, Chhabra L
Stroke Risk Based on CHA2DS2-VASc Score in the Absence of Atrial Fibrillation.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 28. pii: S0002-9149(19)31261.
PubMed

GIBSON CM, Kumar V, Gopalakrishnan L, Singh P, et al
Feasibility and Safety of Low-Dose Intra-Coronary Tenecteplase During Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (ICE T-TIMI 49).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 20. pii: S0002-9149(19)31312.
PubMed Abstract available

OSMAN M, Khan SU, Farjo PD, Chima N, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Complete Versus Infarct-Related Artery Revascularization in Patients With ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction and Multivessel Coronary Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 19. pii: S0002-9149(19)31311.
PubMed Abstract available

ONG KL, Chung RWS, Hui N, Festin K, et al
Usefulness of Certain Protein Biomarkers for Prediction of Coronary Heart Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 19. pii: S0002-9149(19)31310.
PubMed Abstract available

VIRTANEN MPO, Airaksinen J, Niemela M, Laakso T, et al
Comparison of Survival of Transfemoral Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation Versus Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement for Aortic Stenosis in Low-Risk Patients Without Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 19. pii: S0002-9149(19)31293.
PubMed Abstract available

KOSMIDOU I, Liu Y, Zhang Z, Redfors B, et al
Incidence and Prognostic Impact of Atrial Fibrillation After Discharge Following Revascularization for Significant Left Main Coronary Artery Narrowing.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 19. pii: S0002-9149(19)31315.
PubMed Abstract available

PRASAD SB, Camuglia A, Lo A, Holland DJ, et al
Hemodynamic Validation of the E/e' Ratio as a Measure of Left Ventricular Filling Pressure in Patients With Non-ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 19. pii: S0002-9149(19)31303.
PubMed Abstract available

KUNO T, Ueyama H, Takagi H, Ando T, et al
Meta-analysis of Antithrombotic Therapy in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 19. pii: S0002-9149(19)31316.
PubMed Abstract available

GO AS, Ambrosy AP, Kheder K, Fan D, et al
Statin Therapy and Risk of Incident Diabetes Mellitus in Adults With Cardiovascular Risk Factors.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 19. pii: S0002-9149(19)31305.
PubMed Abstract available

KAWJI MM, Glancy DL
Treadmill Stress Test in a 56-Year-Old Man.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124:1647-1648.
PubMed Abstract available

Erratum: Cardiovascular Events and Hospital Deaths Among Patients With Severe Sepsis.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 11. pii: S0002-9149(19)31084.
PubMed

ALKHOULI M, Alqahtani F, Elsisy MF, Kawsara A, et al
Incidence and Outcomes of Acute Ischemic Stroke Following Percutaneous Coronary Interventions in Men Versus Women.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)31232.
PubMed Abstract available

YAMAMOTO K, Shiomi H, Morimoto T, Natsuaki M, et al
Effect of Renal Dysfunction on the Risks for Ischemic and Bleeding Events in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation Receiving Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)31236.
PubMed Abstract available

OLESEN KKW, Pareek M, Madsen M, Jensen LO, et al
Ten-Year Outcomes of Sirolimus-Eluting Versus Zotarolimus-Eluting Coronary Stents in Patients With Versus Without Diabetes Mellitus (SORT OUT III).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)31229.
PubMed Abstract available

SHIYOVICH A, Sasson L, Lev E, Solodky A, et al
Relation of Hypoalbuminemia to Response to Aspirin in Patients With Stable Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)31248.
PubMed Abstract available

CHO S, Kim JS, Kang TS, Hong SJ, et al
Long-Term Efficacy of Extended Dual Antiplatelet Therapy After Left Main Coronary Artery Bifurcation Stenting.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)31233.
PubMed Abstract available

XU N, Jiang L, Xu L, Tian J, et al
Impact of Lipoprotein(a) on Long-Term (Mean 6.2 Years) Outcomes in Patients With Three-Vessel Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)31223.
PubMed Abstract available

BROERS ER, Gavidia G, Wetzels M, Ribas V, et al
Usefulness of a Lifestyle Intervention in Patients With Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 6. pii: S0002-9149(19)31228.
PubMed Abstract available

GREEN YS, Hajduk AM, Song X, Krumholz HM, et al
Usefulness of Social Support in Older Adults After Hospitalization for Acute Myocardial Infarction (from the SILVER-AMI Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 6. pii: S0002-9149(19)31224.
PubMed Abstract available

ANDERSON JL, Le VT, Min DB, Biswas S, et al
Comparison of Three Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Risk Scores With and Without Coronary Calcium for Predicting Revascularization and Major Adverse Coronary Events in Symptomatic Patients Undergoing Positron Emission Tomography-Stress Testing.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 6. pii: S0002-9149(19)31231.
PubMed Abstract available

AZZALINI L, Carlino M, Bellini B, Marini C, et al
Long-Term Outcomes of Chronic Total Occlusion Recanalization Versus Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Complex Non-Occlusive Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Nov 5. pii: S0002-9149(19)31195.
PubMed Abstract available

SOLA M, Thompson AD, Coe AB, Marshall VD, et al
Utilization of Cardiac Rehabilitation Among Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Survivors.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124:1478-1483.
PubMed Abstract available

VON KNEBEL DOEBERITZ PL, De Cecco CN, Schoepf UJ, Albrecht MH, et al
Impact of Coronary Computerized Tomography Angiography-Derived Plaque Quantification and Machine-Learning Computerized Tomography Fractional Flow Reserve on Adverse Cardiac Outcome.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124:1340-1348.
PubMed Abstract available

October 2019

IANTORNO M, Shlofmitz E, Rogers T, Torguson R, et al
Should Non-ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction be Treated like ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction With Shorter Door-to-Balloon Time?
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Oct 29. pii: S0002-9149(19)31158.
PubMed Abstract available

BOUISSET F, Ruidavets JB, Bongard V, Taraszkiewicz D, et al
Long-term Prognostic Impact of Physical Activity in Patients With Stable Coronary Heart Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Oct 28. pii: S0002-9149(19)31164.
PubMed Abstract available

BANGALORE S, Guo Y, Samadashvili Z, Hannan EL, et al
Outcomes With Complete Versus Incomplete Revascularization in Patients With Multivessel Coronary Disease Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention With Everolimus Eluting Stents.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Oct 28. pii: S0002-9149(19)31169.
PubMed Abstract available

KOSMIDOU I, Crowley A, Macedo L, Ben-Yehuda O, et al
Usefulness of Discharge Resting Heart Rate to Predict Adverse Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients With Left Main Coronary Artery Disease Revascularized With Percutaneous Coronary Intervention vs Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (from the EXCEL Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Oct 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31150.
PubMed Abstract available

AMIN AP, Spertus JA, Kulkarni H, McNeely C, et al
Improving Care Pathways for Acute Coronary Syndrome: Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Oct 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31166.
PubMed Abstract available

AUFFRET V, Laurin C, Leurent G, Didier R, et al
Pharmacoinvasive Strategy Versus Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction in Patients >/=70 Years of Age.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Oct 11. pii: S0002-9149(19)31113.
PubMed Abstract available

CEPAS-GUILLEN PL, Borrego-Rodriguez J, Flores-Umanzor E, Echarte-Morales J, et al
Outcomes of Nonagenarians With ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Oct 11. pii: S0002-9149(19)31115.
PubMed Abstract available

MCNAIR PW, Parker A, Taylor A, Battle R, et al
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection and Its Association With Fibromuscular Dysplasia and Other Vascular Abnormalities.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Oct 11. pii: S0002-9149(19)31112.
PubMed Abstract available

PIRLET C, Biertho L, Poirier P, Marceau S, et al
Comparison of Short and Long Term Cardiovascular Outcomes After Bariatric Surgery in Patients With vs Without Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Oct 10. pii: S0002-9149(19)31110.
PubMed Abstract available

AMIN AP, McNeely C, Spertus JA, Bach RG, et al
Incremental Cost of Acute Kidney Injury after Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in the United States.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Oct 10. pii: S0002-9149(19)31111.
PubMed Abstract available

KAWJI MM, Glancy DL
New Onset Palpitations, Chest Pain, Dyspnea, and Diaphoresis in a 65-Year-Old Woman.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124:1162-1163.
PubMed Abstract available

IHDAYHID AR, Goeller M, Dey D, Nerlekar N, et al
Comparison of Coronary Atherosclerotic Plaque Burden and Composition as Assessed on Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography in East Asian and European-Origin Caucasians.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124:1012-1019.
PubMed Abstract available

September 2019

LATEEF N, Khan MS, Deo SV, Yamani N, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation With Versus Without Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)30990.
PubMed Abstract available

MEISEL SR, Kleiner-Shochat M, Fanne RA, Kobo O, et al
Optimal Timing for Coronary Intervention in Patients With Transient ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31040.
PubMed Abstract available

MALICK W, Fried JA, Masoumi A, Nair A, et al
Comparison of the Hemodynamic Response to Intra-Aortic Balloon Counterpulsation in Patients With Cardiogenic Shock Resulting from Acute Myocardial Infarction Versus Acute Decompensated Heart Failure.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31054.
PubMed Abstract available

CHANG CC, Spitzer E, Chichareon P, Takahashi K, et al
Ascertainment of Silent Myocardial Infarction in Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (from the GLOBAL LEADERS Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31044.
PubMed Abstract available

KHALID U, Bandeali S, Jones PG, Virani SS, et al
Prescription Patterns of Clopidogrel, Prasugrel, and Ticagrelor After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention With Stent Implantation (from the NCDR PINNACLE Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31038.
PubMed Abstract available

ALFRAIDI H, Seifer CM, Hiebert BM, Torbiak L, et al
Relation of Increasing QRS Duration Over Time and Cardiovascular Events in Outpatients With Heart Failure.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31057.
PubMed Abstract available

HAMMER Y, Eisen A, Hasdai D, Goldenberg I, et al
Comparison of Outcomes in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome Presenting With Typical Versus Atypical Symptoms.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31042.
PubMed Abstract available

OKUYA Y, Saito Y, Takahashi T, Kishi K, et al
Impact of Elevated Serum Uric Acid Level on Target Lesion Revascularization After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Chronic Total Occlusion.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31039.
PubMed Abstract available

SCHMIDT ACS, Steg PG, Yeh RW, Kereiakes DJ, et al
Interruption of Dual Antiplatelet Therapy Within Six Months After Coronary Stents (from the Dual Antiplatelet Therapy Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31041.
PubMed Abstract available

SUD K, Haddadin F, Tsutsui RS, Parashar A, et al
Readmissions in ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction and Cardiogenic Shock (from Nationwide Readmission Database).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31043.
PubMed Abstract available

ITZAHKI BEN ZADOK O, Ben-Gal T, Abelow A, Shechter A, et al
Temporal Trends in the Characteristics, Management and Outcomes of Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome According to Their Killip Class.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31050.
PubMed Abstract available

ALTURKI A, Marafi M, Dawas A, Dube MP, et al
Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials Assessing the Impact of Proprotein Convertase Subtilisin/Kexin Type 9 Antibodies on Mortality and Cardiovascular Outcomes.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)31049.
PubMed Abstract available

ARQUES S
Deterioration in Left Ventricular Systolic Function in Heart Failure With Preserved and Midrange Ejection Fraction: Don't Miss Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 18. pii: S0002-9149(19)31018.
PubMed

KAWJI MM, Glancy DL
Chest Pain and Electrocardiographic Changes.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124:988-989.
PubMed Abstract available

CORTIGIANI L, Carpeggiani C, Landi P, Raciti M, et al
Usefulness of Blunted Heart Rate Reserve as an Imaging-Independent Prognostic Predictor During Dipyridamole Stress Echocardiography.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124:972-977.
PubMed Abstract available

THOBANI A, Dhindsa DS, DeMoss BD, Raad M, et al
Usefulness of Aspirin for Primary Prevention of Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)31009.
PubMed Abstract available

PLANTE TB, Juraschek SP, Zakai NA, Tracy RP, et al
Comparison of Frequency of Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Events Among Primary and Secondary Prevention Subgroups of the Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention Trial.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 6. pii: S0002-9149(19)30994.
PubMed Abstract available

PEDROSA JF, Ribeiro ALP, Santana PC, Araujo LF, et al
Relation of Thoracic Aortic and Coronary Artery Calcium to Cardiovascular Risk Factors (from The Brazilian Longitudinal Study of Adult Health [ELSA-Brazil]).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 6. pii: S0002-9149(19)30995.
PubMed Abstract available

TAKAGI H, Hari Y, Nakashima K, Kuno T, et al
Meta-analysis of the Relation of Television-Viewing Time and Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 6. pii: S0002-9149(19)30998.
PubMed Abstract available

CALABRO P, Moscarella E, Gragnano F, Cesaro A, et al
Effect of Body Mass Index on Ischemic and Bleeding Events in Patients Presenting With Acute Coronary Syndromes (from the START-ANTIPLATELET Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Sep 6. pii: S0002-9149(19)30996.
PubMed Abstract available

BERI N, Dang P, Bhat A, Venugopal S, et al
Usefulness of Excellent Functional Capacity in Men and Women With Ischemic Exercise Electrocardiography to Predict a Negative Stress Imaging Test and Very Low Late Mortality.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124:661-665.
PubMed Abstract available

August 2019

ELGENDY IY, Gad M, Jain A, Mahmoud AN, et al
Outcomes With Intravascular Ultrasound-Guided Drug Eluting Stent Implantation for Unprotected Left Main Coronary Lesions: A Meta-analysis.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 29. pii: S0002-9149(19)30968.
PubMed

SIEBERT VR, Borgaonkar S, Jia X, Nguyen HL, et al
Meta-analysis Comparing Multivessel Versus Culprit Coronary Arterial Revascularization for Patients With Non-ST-Segment Elevation Acute Coronary Syndromes.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 29. pii: S0002-9149(19)30964.
PubMed Abstract available

OGUNBAYO GO, Goodwin RP, Elbadawi A, Omar M, et al
Temporal Trends in the Use of Intravascular Imaging Among Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction in the United States.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 27. pii: S0002-9149(19)30967.
PubMed

XUE Y, Zhou Q, Shen J, Liu G, et al
Lipid Profile and New-Onset Atrial Fibrillation in Patients With Acute ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (An Observational Study in Southwest of China).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30962.
PubMed Abstract available

DOSHI R, Majmundar M, Kansara T, Desai R, et al
Frequency of Cardiovascular Events and In-hospital Mortality With Opioid Overdose Hospitalizations.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30957.
PubMed Abstract available

BAEK JY, Choi BG, Rha SW, Choi CU, et al
Comparison of Two-Year Outcomes of Acute Myocardial Infarction Caused by Coronary Artery Spasm Versus that Caused by Coronary Atherosclerosis.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30963.
PubMed Abstract available

PEPE M, Sardella G, Stefanini GG, Corcione N, et al
Impact of Insulin-Treated and Noninsulin-Treated Diabetes Mellitus in All-Comer Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Interventions With Polymer-Free Biolimus-Eluting Stent (from the RUDI-FREE Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30956.
PubMed Abstract available

HAN D, Beecy A, Anchouche K, Gransar H, et al
Risk Reclassification With Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography-Visualized Nonobstructive Coronary Artery Disease According to 2018 American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Cholesterol Guidelines (from the Coronary Computed Tomogr
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30876.
PubMed Abstract available

ALKHALIL A, Hajjar R, Ibrahim H, Ruiz CE, et al
Mechanical Circulatory Support in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation in the United States (from the National Inpatient Sample).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30953.
PubMed Abstract available

ROBINSON VIMALA L, Hanneman K, Thavendiranathan P, Nguyen ET, et al
Characteristics of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Outcomes in Adults With Repaired Truncus Arteriosus.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 22. pii: S0002-9149(19)30944.
PubMed Abstract available

LOFFLER AI, Pan JA, Balfour PC Jr, Shaw PW, et al
Frequency of Coronary Microvascular Dysfunction and Diffuse Myocardial Fibrosis (Measured by Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance) in Patients With Heart Failure and Preserved Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 22. pii: S0002-9149(19)30950.
PubMed Abstract available

TRABATTONI D, Teruzzi G, Montorsi P, Fabbiocchi F, et al
Comparison of the Effectiveness of Percutaneous Intervention of the Left-Main Coronary Artery With Everolimus-Eluting Stents in Women -Vs- Men.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 16. pii: S0002-9149(19)30891.
PubMed Abstract available

ROHM CL, Gadidov B, Leitson M, Ray HE, et al
Predictors of Mortality and Outcomes of Acute Severe Cardiogenic Shock Treated with the Impella Device.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124:499-504.
PubMed Abstract available

ONI E, Budoff MJ, Zeb I, Li D, et al
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Is Associated With Arterial Distensibility and Carotid Intima-Media Thickness: (from the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis).
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124:534-538.
PubMed Abstract available

ENEZATE T, Eniezat M, Thomas J
Utilization and Outcomes of Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices in Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124:505-510.
PubMed Abstract available

GAJANANA D, Weintraub WS, Kolm P, Rogers T, et al
Trends in Death Rate 2009 to 2018 Following Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Stratified by Acuteness of Presentation.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 14. pii: S0002-9149(19)30890.
PubMed Abstract available

REDFORS B, Chen S, Genereux P, Witzenbichler B, et al
Relationship Between Stent Diameter, Platelet Reactivity, and Thrombotic Events After Percutaneous Coronary Artery Revascularization.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 13. pii: S0002-9149(19)30885.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM BG, Kim H, Hong SJ, Ahn CM, et al
Relation of Preprocedural Hemoglobin Level to Outcomes After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30887.
PubMed Abstract available

VIRK HUH, Tripathi B, Kumar V, Lakhter V, et al
Causes, Trends, and Predictors of 90-Day Readmissions After Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (from A Nationwide Readmission Database).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30889.
PubMed Abstract available

TISMINETZKY M, Gurwitz JH, Miozzo R, Gore JM, et al
Characteristics, Management, and Short-Term Outcomes of Adults >/=65 Years Hospitalized With Acute Myocardial Infarction With Prior Anemia and Heart Failure.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 8. pii: S0002-9149(19)30888.
PubMed Abstract available

SAIRENCHI T, Yamagishi K, Iso H, Irie F, et al
Age-Specific Impact of Atrial Fibrillation on Cardiovascular Mortality Among Japanese Men and Women (The Ibaraki Prefectural Health Study [IPHS]).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 8. pii: S0002-9149(19)30878.
PubMed Abstract available

AL-KHADRA Y, Kajy M, Idris A, Darmoch F, et al
Comparison of Outcomes After Percutaneous Coronary Interventions in Patients of Eighty Years and Above Compared With Those Less Than 80 Years.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 8. pii: S0002-9149(19)30886.
PubMed Abstract available

BRUSH JE JR, Siraj ES, Kemp CD, Liverman DP, et al
Effect of Diabetes Mellitus on Complication Rates of Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)30884.
PubMed Abstract available

REDFORS B, Chen S, Ben-Yehuda O, Huang X, et al
Association Between Hypertension, Platelet Reactivity, and the Risk of Adverse Events After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (From the ADAPT-DES Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)30875.
PubMed Abstract available

AN Y, Ogawa H, Esato M, Ishii M, et al
Age-Dependent Prognostic Impact of Paroxysmal Versus Sustained Atrial Fibrillation on the Incidence of Cardiac Death and Heart Failure Hospitalization (the Fushimi AF Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Aug 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)30879.
PubMed Abstract available

MCLAUGHLIN TJ, Jain SK, Voigt AH, Wang NC, et al
Comparison of Long-Term Survival Following Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Men Versus Women.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124:362-366.
PubMed Abstract available

July 2019

NASSAR M, Arow Z, Monakier D, Zusman O, et al
Effect of Intramural Course of Coronary Arteries Assessed by Computed Tomography Angiography in Patients With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 29. pii: S0002-9149(19)30824.
PubMed Abstract available

SHIMADA YJ, Goto T, Takayama H, Brown DFM, et al
Comparison of Effectiveness of Alcohol Septal Ablation Versus Ventricular Septal Myectomy on Acute Care Use for Cardiovascular Disease in Patients With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 29. pii: S0002-9149(19)30831.
PubMed Abstract available

TZIMAS G, Antiochos P, Monney P, Eeckhout E, et al
Atypical Electrocardiographic Presentations in Need of Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 27. pii: S0002-9149(19)30827.
PubMed Abstract available

KWOK CS, Lundberg G, Al-Faleh H, Sirker A, et al
Relation of Frailty to Outcomes in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndromes.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)30763.
PubMed Abstract available

ONI OA, Dehkordi SHH, Jazayeri MA, Sharma R, et al
Relation of Testosterone Normalization to Mortality and Myocardial Infarction in Men With Previous Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30816.
PubMed Abstract available

RAKOWSKI T, Wegiel M, Siudak Z, Plens K, et al
Prevalence and Predictors of Coronary Artery Perforation During Percutaneous Coronary Interventions (from the ORPKI National Registry in Poland).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30818.
PubMed Abstract available

ELLIS SG, Cho L, Raymond R, Nair R, et al
Comparison of Long-Term Clinical Outcomes After Drug-Eluting Stenting in Blacks-vs-Whites.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30817.
PubMed Abstract available

BOROVAC JA, Kwok CS, Iliescu C, Lee HJ, et al
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention and Outcomes in Patients With Lymphoma in the United States (Nationwide Inpatient Sample [NIS] Analysis).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 24. pii: S0002-9149(19)30812.
PubMed Abstract available

ARPS K, Rifai MA, Blaha MJ, Michos ED, et al
Usefulness of Coronary Artery Calcium to Identify Adults of Sufficiently High Risk for Atherothrombotic Cardiovascular Events to Consider Low-Dose Rivaroxaban Thromboprophylaxis (from MESA).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 24. pii: S0002-9149(19)30813.
PubMed Abstract available

RAMPHUL K, Mejias SG, Joynauth J
Corrigendum to "Cocaine, Amphetamine, and Cannabis Use Increases the Risk of Acute Myocardial Infarction in Teenagers" * [The American Journal of Cardiology 123/2 (2019) 354].
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 17. pii: S0002-9149(19)30722.
PubMed

DOAN TT, Wilkinson JC, Loar RW, Pednekar AS, et al
Regadenoson Stress Perfusion Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Children With Kawasaki Disease and Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 16. pii: S0002-9149(19)30787.
PubMed Abstract available

MILLER PE, Guha A, Khera R, Chouairi F, et al
National Trends in Healthcare-Associated Infections for Five Common Cardiovascular Conditions.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 16. pii: S0002-9149(19)30781.
PubMed Abstract available

CHAMBERLAIN AM, Cohen SS, Killian JM, Monda KL, et al
Lipid-Lowering Prescription Patterns in Patients With Diabetes Mellitus or Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 15. pii: S0002-9149(19)30762.
PubMed Abstract available

WAKSMAN R, Shlofmitz E, Windecker S, Koolen JJ, et al
Efficacy and Safety of Ultrathin, Bioresorbable-Polymer Sirolimus-Eluting Stents Versus Thin, Durable-Polymer Everolimus-Eluting Stents for Coronary Revascularization of Patients With Diabetes Mellitus.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 15. pii: S0002-9149(19)30765.
PubMed Abstract available

ALKHOULI M, Alqahtani F, Alreshidan M, Cook CC, et al
Incidence, Predictors, and Outcomes of Early Acute Myocardial Infarction Following Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 15. pii: S0002-9149(19)30767.
PubMed Abstract available

KIEHL EL, Menon V, Mandsager KT, Wolski KE, et al
Effect of Left Ventricular Conduction Delay on All-Cause and Cardiovascular Mortality (from the PRECISION Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jul 15. pii: S0002-9149(19)30769.
PubMed Abstract available

DEMIR OM, Mitomo S, Mangieri A, Ancona MB, et al
Diagnostic Accuracy of Microcatheter Derived Fractional Flow Reserve.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;124:183-189.
PubMed Abstract available

June 2019

AGGARWAL V, Dhillon GS, Penny DJ, Gowda ST, et al
Drug-Eluting Stents Compared With Bare Metal Stents for Stenting the Ductus Arteriosus in Infants With Ductal-Dependent Pulmonary Blood Flow.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)30717.
PubMed Abstract available

LEE SR, Rhee TM, Kang DY, Choi EK, et al
Meta-Analysis of Oral Anticoagulant Monotherapy as an Antithrombotic Strategy in Patients With Stable Coronary Artery Disease and Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30705.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM CY, Lee JH, Jang SY, Bae MH, et al
Usefulness of Calculation of Cardiovascular Risk Factors to Predict Outcomes in Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30710.
PubMed Abstract available

MICHALOWSKA AM, Tyczynski P, Pregowski J, Skowronski J, et al
Prevalence and Anatomic Characteristics of Single Coronary Artery Diagnosed by Computed Tomography Angiography.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30715.
PubMed Abstract available

RASMUSSEN MB, Stengaard C, Sorensen JT, Riddervold IS, et al
Comparison of Acute Versus Subacute Coronary Angiography in Patients With NON-ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (from the NONSTEMI Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 24. pii: S0002-9149(19)30707.
PubMed Abstract available

LEE PH, Park H, Lee JS, Lee SW, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing the Risk of Myocardial Infarction Following Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Versus Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients With Multivessel or Left Main Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 24. pii: S0002-9149(19)30709.
PubMed Abstract available

MURPHY AC, Yudi MB, Farouque O, Dinh D, et al
Impact of Gender and Door-to-Balloon Times on Long-Term Mortality in Patients Presenting With ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 24. pii: S0002-9149(19)30708.
PubMed Abstract available

BOUKANTAR M, Loyeau A, Gallet R, Bataille S, et al
Angiography and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Chronic Total Coronary Occlusion in Daily Practice (from a Large French Registry [CARDIO-ARSIF]).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 11. pii: S0002-9149(19)30642.
PubMed Abstract available

CILIA L, Sharbaugh M, Marroquin OC, Toma C, et al
Impact of Chronic Kidney Disease and Anemia on Outcomes After Percutaneous Coronary Revascularization.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 11. pii: S0002-9149(19)30648.
PubMed Abstract available

BRUNETTI R, Hicklin H, Rackley J, Ahmad MI, et al
Serum Cotinine and Silent Myocardial Infarction in Individuals Free from Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 6. pii: S0002-9149(19)30644.
PubMed Abstract available

KHEIRI B, Osman M, Bachuwa G, Cigarroa JE, et al
Trial Sequential Analysis of Drug-Eluting Stents Versus Bare-Metal Stents in Saphenous Vein Graft Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 6. pii: S0002-9149(19)30622.
PubMed

WILLIS LH, Slentz CA, Johnson JL, Kelly LS, et al
Effects of Exercise Training With and Without Ranolazine on Peak Oxygen Consumption, Daily Physical Activity, and Quality of Life in Patients With Chronic Stable Angina Pectoris.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 6. pii: S0002-9149(19)30643.
PubMed Abstract available

GYLDENKERNE C, Olesen KKW, Jensen LO, Junker A, et al
Everolimus-Eluting Versus Biolimus-Eluting Coronary Stent Implantation in Patients With and Without Diabetes Mellitus.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 6. pii: S0002-9149(19)30640.
PubMed Abstract available

LIU X, Yang Y, Kang F, Li J, et al
Cardiovascular Disease Risk Across a Spectrum of Adverse Plasma Lipid Combinations by Gender and Glycemic Status.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 6. pii: S0002-9149(19)30638.
PubMed Abstract available

PARK H, Ahn JM, Yoon YH, Kwon O, et al
Effect of Age and Sex on Outcomes After Stenting or Bypass Surgery in Left Main Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jun 6. pii: S0002-9149(19)30641.
PubMed Abstract available

IANTORNO M, Weintraub WS, Garcia-Garcia HM, Attaran S, et al
Genetic and Nongenetic Implications of Racial Variation in Response to Antiplatelet Therapy.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:1878-1883.
PubMed Abstract available

ADEGBALA O, Inampudi C, Adejumo A, Otuonye G, et al
Characteristics and Outcomes of Patients With Cardiogenic Shock Utilizing Hemodialysis for Acute Kidney Injury.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:1816-1821.
PubMed Abstract available

KANDZARI DE, Amjadi N, Caputo C, Rowe SK, et al
Final 5-Year Results in Unselected Patients Implanted With a Thin-Strut, Platinum-Chromium, Everolimus-Eluting Stent (from the PROMUS Element Plus US Post-Approval Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:1765-1771.
PubMed Abstract available

May 2019

MOHAMED MO, Kirchhof P, Vidovich M, Savage M, et al
Effect of Concomitant Atrial Fibrillation on In-Hospital Outcomes of Non-ST-Elevation-Acute Coronary Syndrome-Related Hospitalizations in the United States.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 31. pii: S0002-9149(19)30607.
PubMed Abstract available

PENG H, Sun Z, Chen H, Zhang Y, et al
Usefulness of the CHA2DS2-VASc Score to Predict Adverse Outcomes in Acute Coronary Syndrome Patients Without Atrial Fibrillation Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 29. pii: S0002-9149(19)30603.
PubMed Abstract available

KAPOOR K, Fashanu O, Post WS, Lutsey PL, et al
Relation of Dietary Sodium Intake With Subclinical Markers of Cardiovascular Disease (from MESA).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 29. pii: S0002-9149(19)30581.
PubMed Abstract available

FERRAZZO G, Ando G, Cerrito M, de Gregorio C, et al
Non-ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction-Like Syndrome in Scombroid Tuna Fish Poisoning.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 28. pii: S0002-9149(19)30601.
PubMed Abstract available

VALLABHAJOSYULA S, Dunlay SM, Barsness GW, Rihal CS, et al
Hospital-Level Disparities in the Outcomes of Acute Myocardial Infarction With Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 28. pii: S0002-9149(19)30605.
PubMed Abstract available

RIFAI MA, Qureshi WT, Dardari Z, Keteyian SJ, et al
The Interplay of the Global Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Risk Scoring and Cardiorespiratory Fitness for the Prediction of All-Cause Mortality and Myocardial Infarction: The Henry Ford ExercIse Testing Project (The FIT Project).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 28. pii: S0002-9149(19)30600.
PubMed Abstract available

ANDO T, Akintoye E, Adegbala O, Ashraf S, et al
In-Hospital Outcomes of ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Complicated With Cardiogenic Shock at Safety-Net Hospitals in the United States (from the Nationwide Inpatient Sample).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 28. pii: S0002-9149(19)30604.
PubMed Abstract available

ANDARY R, Fan W, Wong ND
Control of Cardiovascular Risk Factors Among US Adults With Type 2 Diabetes With and Without Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 28. pii: S0002-9149(19)30602.
PubMed Abstract available

WHITMAN M, Jenkins C, Sabapathy S, Adams L, et al
Comparison of Heart Rate Blood Pressure Product Versus Age-Predicted Maximum Heart Rate as Predictors of Cardiovascular Events During Exercise Stress Echocardiography.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30594.
PubMed Abstract available

ZHAN Y, Debs D, Khan MA, Nguyen DT, et al
Normal Reference Values and Reproducibility of Tricuspid Annulus Dimensions Using Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 24. pii: S0002-9149(19)30586.
PubMed Abstract available

PATEL G, Pancholy N, Thomas L, Rai A, et al
Effect of Chronic Hematologic Malignancies on In-Hospital Outcomes of Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 21. pii: S0002-9149(19)30515.
PubMed Abstract available

ALBEIRUTI R, Chaudhary F, Alqahtani F, Kupec J, et al
Incidence, Predictors, and Outcomes of Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Patients Admitted With ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 15. pii: S0002-9149(19)30514.
PubMed Abstract available

ANDO G, Cimmino M
Prolonged Benefit of Radial Access Beyond 30 Days: Fact or Fiction?
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:1736-1737.
PubMed

KAKI A, Blank N, Alraies MC, Jani A, et al
Axillary Artery Access for Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices in Patients With Prohibitive Peripheral Arterial Disease Presenting With Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:1715-1721.
PubMed Abstract available

THONDAPU V, Kurihara O, Yonetsu T, Russo M, et al
Comparison of Rosuvastatin Versus Atorvastatin for Coronary Plaque Stabilization.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:1565-1571.
PubMed Abstract available

HUANG CH, Yu PH, Tsai MS, Huang HC, et al
Relationship Between Statin Use and Outcomes in Patients Having Cardiac Arrest (from a Nationwide Cohort Study in Taiwan).
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:1572-1579.
PubMed Abstract available

FLETCHER GF
Ambulatory Cardiac Rehabilitation for Heart Failure Patients.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 10. pii: S0002-9149(19)30503.
PubMed

DOIMO S, Fabris E, Chiapolino S, Barbati G, et al
Prognostic Role of Left Ventricular Dysfunction in Patients With Coronary Artery Disease After an Ambulatory Cardiac Rehabilitation Program.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30516.
PubMed Abstract available

LADER EW
Type 2 Myocardial Infarction: Trying to Fit a Square Peg Into a Round Hole?
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30500.
PubMed

ORZALKIEWICZ M, Hodson J, Kwok CS, Ludman PF, et al
Comparison of Routine Versus Selective Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa Inhibitors Usage in Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (from the British Cardiovascular Interventional Society).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30519.
PubMed Abstract available

PRASAD SB, Guppy-Coles K, Stanton T, Armstrong J, et al
Relation of Left Atrial Volumes in Patients With Myocardial Infarction to Left Ventricular Filling Pressures and Outcomes.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30512.
PubMed Abstract available

KOTRONIAS RA, Scarsini R, Gibbs T, De Maria GL, et al
Safety of Rotational Atherectomy Using the Radial Access in Patients With Severe Aortic Stenosis.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30520.
PubMed Abstract available

CUI K, Lyu S, Song X, Liu H, et al
Long-Term Safety and Efficacy of Staged Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Patients with ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction and Multivessel Coronary Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 May 8. pii: S0002-9149(19)30513.
PubMed Abstract available

XENOGIANNIS I, Karmpaliotis D, Alaswad K, Jaffer FA, et al
Usefulness of Atherectomy in Chronic Total Occlusion Interventions (from the PROGRESS-CTO Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:1422-1428.
PubMed Abstract available

April 2019

PONZETTO A, De Ferrari G
Subclinical Hypothyroidism and the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 24. pii: S0002-9149(19)30473.
PubMed

INFANTE T, Forte E, Punzo B, Cademartiri F, et al
Correlation of Circulating miR-765, miR-93-5p, and miR-433-3p to Obstructive Coronary Heart Disease Evaluated by Cardiac Computed Tomography.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30455.
PubMed Abstract available

SOLOMONICA A, Bagur R, Choudhury T, Lavi S, et al
Familial Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection and the SMAD-3 Mutation.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30474.
PubMed Abstract available

KHOURY H, Sanaiha Y, Rudasill SE, Mardock AL, et al
Readmissions Following Isolated Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery in the United States (from the Nationwide Readmissions Database 2010 to 2014).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30457.
PubMed Abstract available

RAMSARAN E, Preusse P, Sundaresan D, DiMario S, et al
Adherence to Blood Cholesterol Treatment Guidelines Among Physicians Managing Patients With Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30456.
PubMed Abstract available

PEPE M, Biondi-Zoccai G, Corcione N, Nestola PL, et al
Comparative Effectiveness and Safety of Polymer-Free Biolimus-Eluting Stent and Durable Polymer Everolimus-Eluting Stent in All-Comer Patients Who Underwent Percutaneous Coronary Interventions.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30454.
PubMed Abstract available

KALRA R, Patel N, Arora P, Arora G, et al
Cardiovascular Health and Disease Among Asian-Americans (from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30465.
PubMed Abstract available

WEST BH, Low CG, Bista BB, Yang EH, et al
Significance of Coronary Artery Calcium Found on Non-Electrocardiogram-Gated Computed Tomography During Preoperative Evaluation for Liver Transplant.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30464.
PubMed Abstract available

BULJUBASIC N, Vroegindewey MM, Oemrawsingh RM, Asselbergs FW, et al
Temporal Pattern of Growth Differentiation Factor-15 Protein After Acute Coronary Syndrome (From the BIOMArCS Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 18. pii: S0002-9149(19)30415.
PubMed Abstract available

CHOPRA AM, Diez-Villanueva P, Cordoba-Soriano JG, Lee JKT, et al
Meta-Analysis of Acetylsalicylic Acid Desensitization in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 10. pii: S0002-9149(19)30412.
PubMed Abstract available

SHAMEKHI J, Putz A, Zimmer S, Tiyerili V, et al
Impact of Hemodynamic Support on Outcome in Patients Undergoing High-Risk Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 10. pii: S0002-9149(19)30416.
PubMed Abstract available

FERREIRA-NETO AN, Merten C, Beurich HW, Zachow D, et al
Effect of Aortic Regurgitation by Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30404.
PubMed Abstract available

PULIA M, Salman T, O'Connell TF, Balasubramanian N, et al
Impact of Emergency Medical Services Activation of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory and a 24-Hour/Day In-Hospital Interventional Cardiology Team on Treatment Times (Door to Balloon and Medical Contact to Balloon) for ST-Elevation Myocardial Infa
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30411.
PubMed Abstract available

VATCHEVA KP, Aparicio V, Araya A, Gonzalez E, et al
Statin Prescription for Patients With Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease from National Survey Data.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 8. pii: S0002-9149(19)30414.
PubMed Abstract available

SHIBUYA J, Kobayashi N, Asai K, Tsurumi M, et al
Comparison of Coronary Culprit Lesion Morphology Determined by Optical Coherence Tomography and Relation to Outcomes in Patients Diagnosed with Acute Coronary Syndrome During Winter -vs- Other Seasons.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Apr 8. pii: S0002-9149(19)30410.
PubMed Abstract available

OZAKI Y, Garcia-Garcia HM, Hideo-Kajita A, Kuku KO, et al
Serial 3-Dimensional Optical Coherence Tomography Assessment of Jailed Side-Branch by Second-Generation Drug-Eluting Absorbable Metal Scaffold (from the BIOSOLVE-II Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:1044-1051.
PubMed Abstract available

PRZYBYLEK B, Boethig D, Neumann A, Borchert-Moerlins B, et al
Novel Cytokine Score and Cardiac Allograft Vasculopathy.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:1114-1119.
PubMed Abstract available

WOLNY R, Mintz GS, Matsumura M, Ishida M, et al
Intravascular Ultrasound Assessment of In-Stent Restenosis in Saphenous Vein Grafts.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:1052-1059.
PubMed Abstract available

March 2019

LIMA F, Nie L, Yang J, Owens A, et al
Postpartum Cardiovascular Outcomes Among Women With Heart Disease from A Nationwide Study.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 19. pii: S0002-9149(19)30309.
PubMed Abstract available

ZHENG H, Foo LL, Tan HC, Richards AM, et al
Sex Differences in 1-Year Rehospitalization for Heart Failure and Myocardial Infarction After Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 19. pii: S0002-9149(19)30318.
PubMed Abstract available

HUFFMAN JC, Feig EH, Millstein RA, Freedman M, et al
Usefulness of a Positive Psychology-Motivational Interviewing Intervention to Promote Positive Affect and Physical Activity After an Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 19. pii: S0002-9149(19)30321.
PubMed Abstract available

MAHAJAN AM, Claessen BE, Chandrasekhar J, Sartori S, et al
Outcomes by Gender and Ethnicity After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 19. pii: S0002-9149(19)30316.
PubMed Abstract available

BARBARAWI M, Kheiri B, Zayed Y, Gakhal I, et al
Meta-analysis of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Versus Medical Therapy in the Treatment of Coronary Chronic Total Occlusion.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 18. pii: S0002-9149(19)30333.
PubMed

PARK J, Choi EK, Han KD, Choi YJ, et al
Antithrombotic Therapy in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention During 2-Year Follow-Up, from a Nationwide Population Study.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 16. pii: S0002-9149(19)30323.
PubMed Abstract available

SHINOUCHI K, Ueda Y, Kato T, Nishida H, et al
Relation of Chronic Total Occlusion to In-Hospital Mortality in the Patients With Sudden Cardiac Arrest Due to Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 16. pii: S0002-9149(19)30322.
PubMed Abstract available

MUHLESTEIN JB, Hackett IS, May HT, Bair TL, et al
Safety and Efficacy of Periprocedural Heparin Plus a Short-Term Infusion of Tirofiban Versus Bivalirudin Monotherapy in Patients Who Underwent Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (from the Intermountain Heart Institute STAIR Observational Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 16. pii: S0002-9149(19)30324.
PubMed Abstract available

BERGER A, Simpson A, Bhagnani T, Leeper NJ, et al
Incidence and Cost of Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events and Major Adverse Limb Events in Patients With Chronic Coronary Artery Disease or Peripheral Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 16. pii: S0002-9149(19)30319.
PubMed Abstract available

HUFFMAN MD, Kandula NR, Baldridge AS, Tsai MY, et al
Evaluating the Potential Association Between Lipoprotein(a) and Atherosclerosis (from the Mediators of Atherosclerosis Among South Asians Living in America Cohort).
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:919-921.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM M, Lorinsky MK, Gold CA, Lahey SJ, et al
Usefulness of Circulating Caspase-3 p17 and Caspase-1 p20 Peptides and Cardiac Troponin 1 During Cardioplegia to Gauge Myocardial Preservation.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:899-904.
PubMed Abstract available

SHUVY M, Klein E, Cohen T, Shlomo N, et al
Value of Adding the CHA2DS2-VASc Score to the GRACE Score for Mortality Risk Prediction in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30290.
PubMed Abstract available

LEISTNER DM, Munch C, Steiner J, Lauten A, et al
Effect on Outcomes: Infections Complicating Percutaneous Coronary Interventions in Patients >/=80 Years of Age.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30281.
PubMed Abstract available

PAYNE JE, Ghadban R, Loethen T, Boyle K, et al
Impact of Left Ventricular Hypertrophy on Peak Serum Troponin T Levels in Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30289.
PubMed Abstract available

SOLARU KW, Heupler F, Cho L, Kim ESH, et al
Prevalence of Coronary Vasospasm Using Coronary Reactivity Testing in Patients With Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30278.
PubMed Abstract available

FUKU Y, Kadota K, Toyofuku M, Morimoto T, et al
Long-Term Outcomes of Drug-Eluting Stent Implantation After Rotational Atherectomy for Left Main Coronary Artery Bifurcation Lesions.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30280.
PubMed Abstract available

GUEDENEY P, Claessen BE, Baber U, Camaj A, et al
Temporal Trends in Statin Prescriptions and Residual Cholesterol Risk in Patients With Stable Coronary Artery Disease Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30285.
PubMed Abstract available

LASSEN MCH, Skaarup KG, Iversen AZ, Jorgensen PG, et al
Ratio of Transmitral Early Filling Velocity to Early Diastolic Strain Rate as a Predictor of Cardiovascular Morbidity and Mortality Following Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30283.
PubMed Abstract available

CHAMBERLAIN AM, Cohen SS, Weston SA, Fox KM, et al
Relation of Cardiovascular Events and Deaths to Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol Level Among Statin-Treated Patients With Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 8. pii: S0002-9149(19)30288.
PubMed Abstract available

SHARMA S, Kaadan MI, Duran JM, Ponzini F, et al
Risk Factors, Imaging Findings, and Sex Differences in Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 8. pii: S0002-9149(19)30284.
PubMed Abstract available

ADELBORG K, Rasmussen TB, Norrelund H, Layton JB, et al
Cardiovascular Outcomes and All-cause Mortality Following Measurement of Endogenous Testosterone Levels.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 8. pii: S0002-9149(19)30287.
PubMed Abstract available

DENARDO SJ, Davis KE, Tcheng JE
Pursuit of the Optimal Antithrombotic Regimen for Patients With Non-ST-Segment Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome Who Undergo Subsequent Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Mar 4. pii: S0002-9149(19)30269.
PubMed

LOZANO I, Rondan J, Vegas JM, Segovia E, et al
Strut Thickness and Patient s Outcomes in Different End Points After Stent Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:863-864.
PubMed

GUL B, Bellumkonda L
Usefulness of Intra-aortic Balloon Pump in Patients With Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:750-756.
PubMed Abstract available

KANG SJ, Kim YH, Lee JG, Kang DY, et al
Impact of Subtended Myocardial Mass Assessed by Coronary Computed Tomographic Angiography-Based Myocardial Segmentation.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:757-763.
PubMed Abstract available

February 2019

RASALINGAM R, Boden WE
Role of Ranolazine in Reducing Angina, Subsequent Revascularization, and Healthcare Expenditures in Stable Ischemic Heart Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 26. pii: S0002-9149(19)30240.
PubMed

VEMULAPALLI S, Inohara T, Kim S, Thomas L, et al
Blood Pressure Control and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation (From the ORBIT-AF Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30215.
PubMed Abstract available

D'ASCENZO F, Omede P, De Filippo O, Cerrato E, et al
Impact of Final Kissing Balloon and of Imaging on Patients Treated on Unprotected Left Main Coronary Artery With Thin-Strut Stents (From the RAIN-CARDIOGROUP VII Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30218.
PubMed Abstract available

CHO NH, Cho YR, Park MK, Kim DK, et al
Effect of Blood Pressure on Cardiovascular Diseases at 10-Year Follow-Up.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30231.
PubMed Abstract available

YATSU S, Kasai T, Suda S, Matsumoto H, et al
Prevalence and Significance of Restless Legs Syndrome in Patients With Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30222.
PubMed Abstract available

MEYER N, Tran O, Hartsfield C, Nguyen L, et al
Revascularization Rates and Associated Costs in Patients With Stable Ischemic Heart Disease Initiating Ranolazine Versus Traditional Antianginals as Add-on Therapy.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 22. pii: S0002-9149(19)30219.
PubMed Abstract available

KUBO S, Yamaji K, Inohara T, Kohsaka S, et al
In-Hospital Outcomes After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Acute Coronary Syndrome With Cardiogenic Shock (from a Japanese Nationwide Registry [J-PCI Registry]).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 22. pii: S0002-9149(19)30220.
PubMed Abstract available

BARBAYANNIS G, Chiu IM, Sargsyan D, Cabrera J, et al
Relation Between Statewide Hospital Performance Reports on Myocardial Infarction and Cardiovascular Outcomes.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 22. pii: S0002-9149(19)30221.
PubMed Abstract available

HALL PS, Nah G, Vittinghoff E, Parker DR, et al
Relation of Pregnancy Loss to Risk of Cardiovascular Disease in Parous Postmenopausal Women (From the Women's Health Initiative).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 22. pii: S0002-9149(19)30217.
PubMed Abstract available

SMIT JM, El Mahdiui M, van Rosendael AR, Jukema JW, et al
Comparison of Diagnostic Performance of Quantitative Flow Ratio in Patients With Versus Without Diabetes Mellitus.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 22. pii: S0002-9149(19)30241.
PubMed Abstract available

KURIHARA O, Thondapu V, Kim HO, Russo M, et al
Comparison of Vascular Response to Statin Therapy in Patients With Versus Without Diabetes Mellitus.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 22. pii: S0002-9149(19)30225.
PubMed Abstract available

RANNEY DN, Williams JB, Mulder H, Wojdyla D, et al
Comparison of Outcomes and Frequency of Graft Failure With Use of Free Versus In Situ Internal Mammary Artery Bypass Conduits (from the PREVENT IV Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:571-575.
PubMed Abstract available

STEIN PD
Implications of Faint Heart Sounds After Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 13. pii: S0002-9149(19)30175.
PubMed

HARI KJ, Singleton MJ, Ahmad MI, Soliman EZ, et al
Relation of Minor Electrocardiographic Abnormalities to Cardiovascular Mortality.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 10. pii: S0002-9149(19)30181.
PubMed Abstract available

LEE JH, Rizvi A, Hartaigh BO, Han D, et al
The Predictive Value of Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring for Major Adverse Cardiac Events According to Renal Function (from the Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography Evaluation for Clinical Outcomes: An International Multicenter [CONFIRM] Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 10. pii: S0002-9149(19)30188.
PubMed Abstract available

SPIRITO P, Binaco I, Poggio D, Zyrianov A, et al
Role of Preoperative Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance in Planning Ventricular Septal Myectomy in Patients With Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 8. pii: S0002-9149(19)30170.
PubMed Abstract available

SMILOWITZ NR, Armanious A, Bangalore S, Ramakrishna H, et al
Cardiovascular Outcomes of Patients With Pulmonary Hypertension Undergoing Noncardiac Surgery.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 8. pii: S0002-9149(19)30171.
PubMed Abstract available

HONG SJ, Kim MJ, Kim JS, Kim EH, et al
Effect of Perioperative Antiplatelet Therapy on Outcomes in Patients With Drug-Eluting Stents Undergoing Elective Noncardiac Surgery.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)30163.
PubMed Abstract available

TAHIR K, Pauley E, Dai X, Smith SC Jr, et al
Mechanisms of ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction in Patients Hospitalized for Noncardiac Conditions.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)30166.
PubMed Abstract available

PATEL N, Bajaj NS, Doshi R, Gupta A, et al
Cardiovascular Events and Hospital Deaths Among Patients With Severe Sepsis.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)30165.
PubMed Abstract available

FANAROFF AC, Prather K, Brucker A, Wojdyla D, et al
Relationship Between Optimism and Outcomes in Patients With Chronic Angina Pectoris.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)30162.
PubMed Abstract available

MURPHY A, Hamilton G, Andrianopoulos N, Yudi MB, et al
One-Year Outcomes of Patients With Established Coronary Artery Disease Presenting With Acute Coronary Syndromes.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Feb 7. pii: S0002-9149(19)30164.
PubMed Abstract available

ABUBAKAR H, Subahi A, Adegbala O, Yassin AS, et al
Comparison of In-Hospital Outcomes of Patients With-Versus-Without Ischemic Cardiomyopathy Undergoing Left Ventricular Assist Device Placement.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:414-418.
PubMed Abstract available

JAMIL HA, Mohammed SA, Gierula J, Paton MF, et al
Prognostic Significance of Incidental Nonsustained Ventricular Tachycardia Detected on Pacemaker Interrogation.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:409-413.
PubMed Abstract available

VALLABHAJOSYULA S, Arora S, Sakhuja A, Lahewala S, et al
Trends, Predictors, and Outcomes of Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support for Postcardiac Surgery Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:489-497.
PubMed Abstract available

January 2019

NAZIR S, Elgin E, Loynd R, Zaman M, et al
ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Associated With Infective Endocarditis.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 31. pii: S0002-9149(19)30125.
PubMed Abstract available

MANSENCAL N, Mustafic H, Hauguel-Moreau M, Lannou S, et al
Occurrence of Atrial Fibrillation During Dobutamine Stress Echocardiography.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 31. pii: S0002-9149(19)30114.
PubMed Abstract available

SARDANA M, Konda P, Hashmath Z, Oldland G, et al
Usefulness of Left Ventricular Strain by Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Feature-Tracking to Predict Cardiovascular Events in Patients With and Without Heart Failure.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30117.
PubMed Abstract available

XU C, Dong M, Deng Y, Zhang L, et al
Relation of Direct, Indirect, and Total bilirubin to Adverse Long-term Outcomes Among Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30111.
PubMed Abstract available

SHARMA A, Sun JL, Lokhnygina Y, Roe MT, et al
Patient Phenotypes, Cardiovascular Risk, and Ezetimibe Treatment in Patients After Acute Coronary Syndromes (from IMPROVE-IT).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30126.
PubMed Abstract available

HIDEO-KAJITA A, Rogers T, Buchanan K, Iantorno M, et al
Effects of Cangrelor as Adjunct Therapy to Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30123.
PubMed Abstract available

CANNON CP, Sanchez RJ, Klimchak AC, Khan I, et al
Simulation of the Impact of Statin Intolerance on the Need for Ezetimibe and/or Proprotein Convertase Subtilisin/Kexin Type 9 Inhibitor for Meeting Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol Goals in a Population With Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30120.
PubMed Abstract available

O'NEILL BP, Cohen MG, Basir MB, Schreiber T, et al
Outcomes Among Patients Transferred for Revascularization With Impella for Acute Myocardial Infarction With Cardiogenic Shock from the cVAD Registry.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30121.
PubMed Abstract available

TRIPATHI B, Kumar V, Pitiliya A, Arora S, et al
Trends in Incidence and Outcomes of Pregnancy-Related Acute Myocardial Infarction (From a Nationwide Inpatient Sample Database).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 25. pii: S0002-9149(19)30122.
PubMed Abstract available

NAKAYAMA M, Satomi K, Yuhara M, Uchiyama T, et al
Conduction Delay-Induced J-Wave Augmentation in Patients With Coronary Heart Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 24. pii: S0002-9149(19)30107.
PubMed Abstract available

CHO MS, Lee K, Choi KJ, Lee JB, et al
Thromboembolic Risk of Imaging-Confirmed Coronary Artery Disease Without Myocardial Infarction in Patients With Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 24. pii: S0002-9149(19)30115.
PubMed Abstract available

QUINDRY JC, Franklin BA, Chapman M, Humphrey R, et al
Benefits and Risks of High-Intensity Interval Training in Patients With Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 24. pii: S0002-9149(19)30100.
PubMed Abstract available

POPOVIC B, Pinelli S, Albuisson E, Metzdorf PA, et al
The Simulation Training in Coronary Angiography and Its Impact on Real Life Conduct in the Catheterization Laboratory.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 24. pii: S0002-9149(19)30124.
PubMed Abstract available

SHAH M, Patil S, Patnaik S, Agrawal M, et al
Outcomes in Cardiogenic Shock from Acute Coronary Syndrome Depending on Severity of Obesity.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 24. pii: S0002-9149(19)30102.
PubMed Abstract available

ZABCZYK M, Meus R, Malinowski KP, Natorska J, et al
A Prothrombotic State in Patients With a History of Left Ventricular Thrombus.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 24. pii: S0002-9149(19)30099.
PubMed Abstract available

ARBEL R, Hammerman A, Azuri J
Usefulness of Ezetimibe Versus Evolocumab as Add-On Therapy for Secondary Prevention of Cardiovascular Events in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 23. pii: S0002-9149(19)30113.
PubMed Abstract available

ELGENDY IY, Mahmoud AN, Elgendy AY, Cuesta J, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing the Frequency of Target Lesion Revascularization with Drug-Coated Balloons or Second-Generation Drug-Eluting Stents for Coronary In-Stent Restenosis.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 11. pii: S0002-9149(19)30058.
PubMed

WEINRAUCH LA
Economic Outcomes and Geographic Trending in Patients With Limiting Angina Pectoris.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 9. pii: S0002-9149(19)30051.
PubMed

MAJMUNDAR M, Kansara T, Jain A, Shah P, et al
Meta-Analysis of the Role of Cangrelor for Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 5. pii: S0002-9149(19)30042.
PubMed Abstract available

MARQUIS-GRAVEL G, Thiele H, Jones WS, Smalling RW, et al
Size of Anterior Wall Acute Myocardial Infarction Treated by Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in United States Versus Europe/Australia Versus India (from the CRISP-AMI Randomized Controlled Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 4. pii: S0002-9149(19)30030.
PubMed Abstract available

VIVES-BORRAS M, Maestro A, Garcia-Hernando V, Jorgensen D, et al
Electrocardiographic Distinction of Left Circumflexand Right Coronary Artery Occlusion in PatientsWith Inferior Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 4. pii: S0002-9149(19)30029.
PubMed Abstract available

VAN DONGEN IM, Elias J, Garcia-Garcia HM, Hoebers LP, et al
Value of the SYNTAX Score in ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Patients With a Concomitant Chronic Total Coronary Occlusion(from the EXPLORE Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2019 Jan 4. pii: S0002-9149(19)30031.
PubMed Abstract available

ANDERSON GL, Osborn JL, Nei SD, Bell MR, et al
Comparison of In-Hospital Bleeding and Cardiovascular Events with High-Dose Bolus Tirofiban and Shortened Infusion to Short-Duration Eptifibatide as Adjunctive Therapy for Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:44-49.
PubMed Abstract available

KWOK CS, Rao SV, Gilchrist IC Sr, Potts J, et al
Relation of Length of Stay to Unplanned Readmissions for Patients Who Undergo Elective Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:33-43.
PubMed Abstract available

ZHAOWEI Z, Xiaofan P, Hebin X, Cuihong T, et al
Comparison of One-Year Survival After Acute Coronary Syndrome in Patients >/=75 Years of Age With Versus Without Living With Spouse.
Am J Cardiol. 2019;123:1-6.
PubMed Abstract available

December 2018

RUIZ PIZARRO V, Palacios-Rubio J, Cruz-Utrilla A, Garcia-Arribas D, et al
ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction in Patients </=35 Years of Age.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 20. pii: S0002-9149(18)32207.
PubMed Abstract available

SHENG Z, Tan Y, Liu C, Zhou P, et al
Relation of Circulating Trimethylamine N-Oxide With Coronary Atherosclerotic Burden in Patients With ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)32208.
PubMed Abstract available

LOPEZ OTERO D, Avila-Carrillo A, Gonzalez Ferreiro R, Cid Menendez A, et al
Impact of Coronary Revascularization in Patients Who Underwent Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)32196.
PubMed Abstract available

IANTORNO M, Torguson R, Kolm P, Gajanana D, et al
Relation of Sex and Race to Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Intervention With Drug-Eluting Stents.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)32211.
PubMed Abstract available

AHMAD MI, Dutta A, Anees MA, Soliman EZ, et al
Interrelations Between Serum Uric Acid, Silent Myocardial Infarction, and Mortality in the General Population.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)32206.
PubMed Abstract available

HAGIWARA N
Genome Editing for Cardiovascular Diseases-A Brief Review for Cardiologists.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)32192.
PubMed Abstract available

NGAI C, Ganguzza L, Flink L, Woolf K, et al
Comparison of Dietary Patterns, Perceptions of Health, and Perceived Barriers to a Heart Healthy Diet Before and After Coronary Artery Angiography.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 18. pii: S0002-9149(18)32212.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM JH, Hayek SS, Ko YA, Liu C, et al
Sleep Duration and Mortality in Patients With Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 18. pii: S0002-9149(18)32213.
PubMed Abstract available

PINGITORE A, Mastorci F, Piaggi P, Aquaro GD, et al
Usefulness of Triiodothyronine Replacement Therapy in Patients With ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction and Borderline/Reduced Triiodothyronine Levels (from the THIRST Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 18. pii: S0002-9149(18)32210.
PubMed Abstract available

XU N, Tang XF, Yao Y, Zhao XY, et al
Association of Plasma Lipoprotein(a) With Long-Term Adverse Events in Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease Who Underwent Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2018;122:2043-2048.
PubMed Abstract available

KHAN MS, Usman MS, Akhtar T, Raza S, et al
Meta-Analysis Evaluating the Effect of Left Coronary Dominance on Outcomes After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2018;122:2026-2034.
PubMed Abstract available

KOVELL LC, Ali MT, Hays AG, Metkus TS, et al
Corrigendum to Defining the Role of Point-of-Care Ultrasound in Cardiovascular Disease [The American Journal of Cardiology 122 (2018) 1443-1450].
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)32080.
PubMed

ELBADAWI A, Elgendy IY, Ha LD, Saad M, et al
National Trends of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients >/=70 Years of Age.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)32170.
PubMed

KOUNIS NG, Koniari I, Tsigkas G, Soufras GD, et al
The Humble Relation of Hypersensitivity-Associated Acute Coronary Syndrome (Kounis Syndrome) and Acute and Sub-Acute Triggers of Cardiovascular Events.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)32169.
PubMed

YOUNUS M, Fan W, Harrington DS, Wong ND, et al
Usefulness of a Coronary Artery Disease Predictive Algorithm to Predict Global Risk for Cardiovascular Disease and Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 4. pii: S0002-9149(18)32149.
PubMed Abstract available

MAINOUS AG 3RD, Tanner RJ, Rahmanian KP, Jo A, et al
Effect of Sedentary Lifestyle on Cardiovascular Disease Risk Among Healthy Adults With Body Mass Indexes 18.5 to 29.9 kg/m(2).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 4. pii: S0002-9149(18)32148.
PubMed Abstract available

LLAO I, Formiga F, Ariza Sole A, Cruzado JM, et al
Frequency of Renal Dysfunction and Frailty in Patients >/=80 Years of Age With Acute Coronary Syndromes.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 4. pii: S0002-9149(18)32153.
PubMed Abstract available

SCHOOS M, Power D, Baber U, Sartori S, et al
Patterns and Impact of Dual Antiplatelet Cessation on Cardiovascular Risk After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndromes.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 4. pii: S0002-9149(18)32156.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM N, Lee JH, Jang SY, Bae MH, et al
Radial Versus Femoral Access With or Without Vascular Closure Device in Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 3. pii: S0002-9149(18)32145.
PubMed Abstract available

FREITAS P, Madeira M, Raposo L, Madeira S, et al
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Versus Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients With Non-ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction and Left Main or Multivessel Coronary Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 3. pii: S0002-9149(18)32157.
PubMed Abstract available

ALKHOULI M, Alqahtani F
Incidence and Outcomes of Acute Myocardial Infarction During Motor Vehicle Accident Related Hospitalizations.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Dec 3. pii: S0002-9149(18)32155.
PubMed Abstract available

SHAH Z, Rali A, Vuddanda V, Bullinger K, et al
Acute Coronary Syndromes in Heart Transplant Recipients (from a National Database Analysis).
Am J Cardiol. 2018;122:1824-1829.
PubMed Abstract available

November 2018

ZHANG M, Liu SL, Liu HH, Liu G, et al
Prognostic Value of Combined C-Reactive Protein, Body Mass Index, and Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction in Predicting Cardiovascular Events in Patients >/=80 Years of Age With Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 24. pii: S0002-9149(18)32106.
PubMed Abstract available

MEIER B, Nietlispach F
Fallacies of Evidence-Based Medicine in Cardiovascular Medicine.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 24. pii: S0002-9149(18)32085.
PubMed Abstract available

KHODABANDEH S, Biancari F, Kinnunen EM, Mariscalco G, et al
Perioperative Bleeding in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome Treated With Fondaparinux Versus Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin Before Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 24. pii: S0002-9149(18)32109.
PubMed Abstract available

NOUS FMA, Coenen A, Boersma E, Kim YH, et al
Comparison of the Diagnostic Performance of Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography-Derived Fractional Flow Reserve in Patients With Versus Without Diabetes Mellitus (from the MACHINE Consortium).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 24. pii: S0002-9149(18)32105.
PubMed Abstract available

CICERO AFG, Fogacci F, Bove M, Giovannini M, et al
Short-Term Effects of Dry Extracts of Artichokeand Berberis in Hypercholesterolemic Patients Without Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 23. pii: S0002-9149(18)32099.
PubMed Abstract available

ZHANG C, Jiang L, Xu L, Tian J, et al
Implications of Hyperuricemia in Severe Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 23. pii: S0002-9149(18)32108.
PubMed Abstract available

RINALDI MJ, Gohs FX, Kirtane AJ, Brodie BR, et al
Impact of Point-of-Care Platelet Function Testing Among Patients With and Without Acute Coronary Syndromes Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention With Drug-Eluting Stents (from the ADAPT-DES Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 23. pii: S0002-9149(18)32107.
PubMed Abstract available

BAVISHI A, Howard T, Kim JP, Hiramoto B, et al
Treatment Gap in Primary Prevention Patients Presenting With Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 7. pii: S0002-9149(18)32049.
PubMed Abstract available

BERKOVITCH A, Younis A, Grossman Y, Segev S, et al
Relation of Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio to Risk of Incident Atrial Fibrillation.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 7. pii: S0002-9149(18)32051.
PubMed Abstract available

NEGISHI Y, Tanaka A, Ishii H, Takagi K, et al
Contrast-Induced Nephropathy and Long-Term Clinical Outcomes Following Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients With Advanced Renal Dysfunction (Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate <30 ml/min/1.73 m(2)).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 6. pii: S0002-9149(18)32053.
PubMed Abstract available

VADUGANATHAN M, White WB, Charytan DM, Morrow DA, et al
Relation of Serum and Urine Renal Biomarkers to Cardiovascular Risk in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Recent Acute Coronary Syndromes (From the EXAMINE Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 6. pii: S0002-9149(18)32050.
PubMed Abstract available

KORJIAN S, Daaboul Y, Laliberte F, Zhao Q, et al
Cost Implications of Anticoagulation Strategies After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Among Patients With Atrial Fibrillation (A PIONEER-AF PCI Analysis).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 6. pii: S0002-9149(18)32048.
PubMed Abstract available

AZARBAL A, Malenka DJ, Huang YL, Ross CS, et al
Recovery of Kidney Dysfunction After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (from the Northern New England Cardiovascular Disease Study Group).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 6. pii: S0002-9149(18)32057.
PubMed Abstract available

RAMPHUL K, Mejias SG, Joynauth J
Cocaine, Amphetamine, and Cannabis Use Increases the Risk of Acute Myocardial Infarction in Teenagers.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Nov 2. pii: S0002-9149(18)32004.
PubMed

October 2018

KRITTANAWONG C, Kumar A, Johnson KW, Luo Y, et al
Conditions and Factors Associated With Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (from a National Population-Based Cohort Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 30. pii: S0002-9149(18)31967.
PubMed Abstract available

KHAN MS, Siddiqi TJ, Usman MS, Riaz H, et al
Meta-analysis Comparing Culprit Vessel Only Versus Multivessel Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction and Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 26. pii: S0002-9149(18)31966.
PubMed Abstract available

HE S, Lei W, Li J, Yu K, et al
Relation of Platelet Parameters With Incident Cardiovascular Disease (The Dongfeng-Tongji Cohort Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 23. pii: S0002-9149(18)31974.
PubMed Abstract available

NDREPEPA G, Cassese S, Emmer M, Mayer K, et al
Relation of Ratio of Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction to Left Ventricular End-Diastolic Pressure to Long-Term Prognosis After ST-Segment Elevation Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 23. pii: S0002-9149(18)31960.
PubMed Abstract available

TOPEL ML, Kim JH, Mujahid MS, Sullivan SM, et al
Neighborhood Socioeconomic Status and Adverse Outcomes in Patients With Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 22. pii: S0002-9149(18)31965.
PubMed Abstract available

KRISHNAMURTHY Y, Stefanescu Schmidt AC, Bittner DO, Scholtz JE, et al
Subclinical Burden of Coronary Artery Calcium in Patients With Coarctation of the Aorta.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 21. pii: S0002-9149(18)31975.
PubMed Abstract available

ANDERSSON HB, Seth M, Gurm HS, Bates ER, et al
Pre-hospital Transport Times and Outcomes After Different Reperfusion Strategies for ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 21. pii: S0002-9149(18)31973.
PubMed Abstract available

GOLDBERG RJ, Tisminetzky M, Tran HV, Yarzebski J, et al
Decade Long Trends (2001-2011) in the Incidence Rates of Initial Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)31954.
PubMed Abstract available

ANDO T, Adegbala O, Akintoye E, Ashraf S, et al
Acute Myocardial Infarction Outcomes in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (from the Nationwide Inpatient Sample).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)31976.
PubMed Abstract available

MARAZZI G, Campolongo G, Pelliccia F, Calabro Md P, et al
Usefulness of Low-Dose Statin Plus Ezetimibe and/or Nutraceuticals in Patients With Coronary Artery Disease Intolerant to High-Dose Statin Treatment.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)31970.
PubMed Abstract available

KRISHNAMOORTHY P, Gupta S, Lu M, Friend EJ, et al
Usefulness of the Echocardiographic Calcium Score to Refine Risk of Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events Beyond the Traditional Framingham Risk Score.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)31962.
PubMed Abstract available

CAO X, Broughton ST, Waits GS, Nguyen T, et al
Interrelations Between Hypertension and Electrocardiographic Left Ventricular Hypertrophy and Their Associations With Cardiovascular Mortality.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 18. pii: S0002-9149(18)31958.
PubMed Abstract available

OGUNBAYO GO, Pecha R, Misumida N, Hillerson D, et al
Relation of CHA2DS2VASC Score With Hemorrhagic Stroke and Mortality in Patients Undergoing Fibrinolytic Therapy for ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 18. pii: S0002-9149(18)31955.
PubMed Abstract available

HUI W, Slorach C, Guerra V, Parekh RS, et al
Effect of Obstructive Sleep Apnea on Cardiovascular Function in Obese Youth.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 18. pii: S0002-9149(18)31963.
PubMed Abstract available

SCHYMIK G, Bramlage P, Herzberger V, Bergmann J, et al
Impact of Dialysis on the Prognosis of Patients Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Oct 18. pii: S0002-9149(18)31961.
PubMed Abstract available

September 2018

ELBADAWI A, Elgendy IY, Ha LD, Mahmoud K, et al
National Trends and Outcomes of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients >/=70 Years of Age With Acute Coronary Syndrome (from the National Inpatient Sample Database).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 27. pii: S0002-9149(18)31851.
PubMed Abstract available

GUIMARAES PO, Zakroysky P, Goyal A, Lopes RD, et al
Usefulness of Antithrombotic Therapy in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation and Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(18)31852.
PubMed Abstract available

KRISHNAMURTHI N, Schopfer DW, Ahi T, Bettencourt M, et al
Predictors of Patient Participation and Completion of Home-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation in the Veterans Health Administration for Patients With Coronary Heart Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(18)31845.
PubMed Abstract available

OLESEN KKW, Steensig K, Madsen M, Thim T, et al
Comparison of Frequency of Ischemic Stroke in Patients With Versus Without Coronary Heart Disease and Without Atrial Fibrillation.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(18)31832.
PubMed Abstract available

FLEDDERMANN A, Eckert R, Muskala P, Hayes C, et al
Efficacy of Direct Acting Oral Anticoagulant Drugsin Treatment of Left Atrial Appendage Thrombusin Patients With Atrial Fibrillation.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(18)31847.
PubMed Abstract available

GUTIERREZ JA, Scirica BM, Bonaca MP, Steg PG, et al
Prevalence and Outcomes of Polyvascular (Coronary, Peripheral, or Cerebrovascular) Disease in Patients With Diabetes Mellitus (From the SAVOR-TIMI 53 Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(18)31835.
PubMed Abstract available

NIKU AD, Shiota T, Siegel RJ, Rader F, et al
Prevalence and Resolution of Left Atrial Thrombus in Patients With Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation and Flutter With Oral Anticoagulation.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 26. pii: S0002-9149(18)31848.
PubMed Abstract available

PICKARD SS, Gauvreau K, Gurvitz M, Gagne JJ, et al
A National Population-based Study of Adults With Coronary Artery Disease and Coarctation of the Aorta.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 21. pii: S0002-9149(18)31753.
PubMed Abstract available

ROOS A, Sartipy U, Ljung R, Holzmann MJ, et al
Relation of Chronic Myocardial Injury and Non-ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction to Mortality.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 15. pii: S0002-9149(18)31771.
PubMed Abstract available

ENEZATE T, Omran J, P Chang P, Patel M, et al
Outcomes of Acute Myocardial Infarction in Heart Transplant Recipients.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 14. pii: S0002-9149(18)31766.
PubMed Abstract available

LEE CH, Fang CC, Tsai LM, Gan ST, et al
Patterns of Acute Myocardial Infarction in Taiwan from 2009 to 2015.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 13. pii: S0002-9149(18)31749.
PubMed Abstract available

NALLURI N, Patel NJ, Atti V, Kumar V, et al
Temporal Trends in Utilization of Right-Sided Heart Catheterization Among Percutaneous Ventricular Assist Device Recipients in Acute Myocardial Infarction Complicated by Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 13. pii: S0002-9149(18)31773.
PubMed Abstract available

SCHWARTZ BG, Kloner RA, Naghavi M
Acute and Subacute Triggers of Cardiovascular Events.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 13. pii: S0002-9149(18)31751.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM C, Hong SJ, Ahn CM, Kim JS, et al
Patient-Centered Decision-Making of Revascularization Strategy for Left Main or Multivessel Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 13. pii: S0002-9149(18)31772.
PubMed Abstract available

GAUDINO M, Rahouma M, Abouarab A, Tam DY, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Outcomes of Drug Eluting Stents Versus Single and Multiarterial Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 13. pii: S0002-9149(18)31770.
PubMed Abstract available

KAWADA-WATANABE E, Yamaguchi J, Kanbayashi K, Sekiguchi H, et al
Predictive Value of Baseline High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein Level and Renal Function for Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome Undergoing Aggressive Lipid-Lowering Therapy: A Subanalysis of HIJ-PROPER.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 8. pii: S0002-9149(18)31727.
PubMed Abstract available

KO SQ, Valsdottir LR, Strom JB, Cheng YC, et al
Meta-Analysis of Bleeding Risk Prediction Scores in Patients After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention on Dual Antiplatelet Therapy.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 8. pii: S0002-9149(18)31724.
PubMed Abstract available

HIDALGO-SANTAMARIA M, Bes-Rastrollo M, Martinez-Gonzalez MA, Moreno-Galarraga L, et al
Physical Activity Intensity and Cardiovascular Disease Prevention-From the Seguimiento Universidad de Navarra Study.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 8. pii: S0002-9149(18)31730.
PubMed Abstract available

LOZANO I, Sanchez Perez A, Sanchez-Insa E, Mechan JCR, et al
Implementation of Institutional Protocols for Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome: Nonclinical Factors Also Matter.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 8. pii: S0002-9149(18)31646.
PubMed

DEMIR OM, Lombardo F, Poletti E, Laricchia A, et al
Contrast-Induced Nephropathy After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Chronic Total Occlusion Versus Non-Occlusive Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 8. pii: S0002-9149(18)31721.
PubMed Abstract available

BRESS AP, Dodson JA, King JB, Sauer BC, et al
Clinical and Economic Outcomes of Ranolazine Versus Conventional Antianginals Users Among Veterans With Chronic Stable Angina Pectoris.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 8. pii: S0002-9149(18)31726.
PubMed Abstract available

IANTORNO M, Lipinski MJ, Garcia-Garcia HM, Forrestal BJ, et al
Meta-Analysis of the Impact of Strut Thickness on Outcomes in Patients With Drug-Eluting Stents in a Coronary Artery.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 8. pii: S0002-9149(18)31624.
PubMed Abstract available

MURRAY J, Balmuri A, Saurav A, Smer A, et al
Impact of Chronic Kidney Disease on Utilization of Coronary Angiography and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention, and Their Outcomes in Patients With Non-ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 8. pii: S0002-9149(18)31723.
PubMed Abstract available

SINGH V, Savani GT, Mendirichaga R, Jonnalagadda AK, et al
Frequency of Complications Including Death from Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting in Patients With Hepatic Cirrhosis.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 7. pii: S0002-9149(18)31725.
PubMed Abstract available

MEEHAN WP, Weisskopf MG, Krishnan S, McCracken C, et al
Relation of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears to Potential Chronic Cardiovascular diseases.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 7. pii: S0002-9149(18)31729.
PubMed Abstract available

KONG SH, Yoon JW, Kim SY, Oh TJ, et al
Subclinical Hypothyroidism and Coronary Revascularization After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 7. pii: S0002-9149(18)31728.
PubMed Abstract available

KORJIAN S, Braunwald E, Daaboul Y, Mi M, et al
Usefulness of Rivaroxaban for Secondary Prevention of Acute Coronary Syndrome in Patients With History of Congestive Heart Failure (from the ATLAS-ACS-2 TIMI-51 Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Sep 7. pii: S0002-9149(18)31733.
PubMed Abstract available

August 2018

BARRABES JA, Bardaji A, Jimenez-Candil J, Bodi V, et al
Characteristics and Outcomes of Patients Hospitalized With Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome in Whom the Diagnosis is not Confirmed.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 21. pii: S0002-9149(18)31619.
PubMed Abstract available

MISUMIDA N, Ogunbayo GO, Kim SM, Abdel-Latif A, et al
Frequency and Significance of High-Degree Atrioventricular Block and Sinoatrial Node Dysfunction in Patients With Non-ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 21. pii: S0002-9149(18)31622.
PubMed Abstract available

YOUNISS MA, Ghoshhajra B, Bernard S, Bhatt AB, et al
Familial Anomalous Origin of Right Coronary Artery from the Left Coronary Sinus.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 21. pii: S0002-9149(18)31649.
PubMed Abstract available

ABOU R, Leung M, Goedemans L, Hoogslag GE, et al
Effect of Guideline-Based Therapy on Left Ventricular Systolic Function Recovery After ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 20. pii: S0002-9149(18)31618.
PubMed Abstract available

CUI K, Zhang D, Lyu S, Song X, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Percutaneous Coronary Revascularization Using Drug-Eluting Stent Versus Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting in Patients With Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 20. pii: S0002-9149(18)31628.
PubMed Abstract available

TAN NY, Hayes SN, Young PM, Gulati R, et al
Usefulness of Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Patients With Acute Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 20. pii: S0002-9149(18)31627.
PubMed Abstract available

SCHNEIDER VS, Lubking L, Stahli BE, Skurk C, et al
Performance of One- Compared With Two-Catheter Concepts in Transradial Coronary Angiography (from the Randomized Use of Different Diagnostic Catheters-Radial-Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 20. pii: S0002-9149(18)31623.
PubMed Abstract available

VAN DONGEN DN, Fokkert MJ, Tolsma RT, Badings EA, et al
Value of Prehospital Troponin Assessment in Suspected Non-ST-Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 20. pii: S0002-9149(18)31620.
PubMed Abstract available

SORRENTINO S, Giustino G, Baber U, Sartori S, et al
Dual Antiplatelet Therapy Cessation and Adverse Events After Drug-Eluting Stent Implantation in Patients at High Risk for Atherothrombosis (from the PARIS Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 20. pii: S0002-9149(18)31625.
PubMed Abstract available

KRITTANAWONG C, Kumar A, Virk HUH, Yue B, et al
Trends in Incidence, Characteristics, and In-Hospital Outcomes of Patients Presenting With Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (From a National Population-Based Cohort Study Between 2004 and 2015).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 20. pii: S0002-9149(18)31621.
PubMed Abstract available

SIDDIQI TJ, Usman MS, Khan MS, Sreenivasan J, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Versus Pharmacoinvasive Therapy in Transfer Patients with ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018;122:542-547.
PubMed Abstract available

LOU B, Liang X, Wu Y, Deng Y, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Dual Versus Single Antiplatelet Therapy in Combination With Antithrombotic Therapy in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation Who Underwent Percutaneous Coronary Intervention With Stent Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2018;122:604-611.
PubMed Abstract available

LEISTNER DM, Munch C, Steiner J, Jakob P, et al
Effect of Physical Disability on Mortality in Elderly Patients of >/=80 Years of Age Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2018;122:537-541.
PubMed Abstract available

ERSKINE NA, Gandek B, Tran HV, Abu H, et al
Barriers to Healthcare Access and to Improvements in Health-Related Quality of Life After an Acute Coronary Syndrome (From TRACE-CORE).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 11. pii: S0002-9149(18)31335.
PubMed Abstract available

AMBROSY AP, Cerbin LP, Fudim M, Clare RM, et al
Natural History of Patients Postacute Coronary Syndrome Based on Heart Failure Status.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 4. pii: S0002-9149(18)31506.
PubMed Abstract available

HARZAND A, Witbrodt B, Davis-Watts ML, Alrohaibani A, et al
Feasibility of a Smartphone-enabled Cardiac Rehabilitation Program in Male Veterans With Previous Clinical Evidence of Coronary Heart Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 4. pii: S0002-9149(18)31500.
PubMed Abstract available

ALKHALFAN F, Kerneis M, Nafee T, Yee MK, et al
D-Dimer Levels and Effect of Rivaroxaban on Those Levels and Outcomes in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome (An ATLAS ACS-TIMI 46 Trial Substudy).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 4. pii: S0002-9149(18)31504.
PubMed Abstract available

SMITH AAH, Wananu M, Carlson MD
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection in a Healthy Woman after Initiating a High-Intensity Interval Training Workout Program.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 3. pii: S0002-9149(18)31485.
PubMed Abstract available

ILIESCU C, Balanescu DV, Donisan T, Giza DE, et al
Safety of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Cardiac Catheterization in Cancer Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome and Chronic Thrombocytopenia.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 3. pii: S0002-9149(18)31505.
PubMed Abstract available

GAJANANA D, Rogers T, Weintraub WS, Iantorno M, et al
Clinical Characteristics, Procedural Factors, and Outcomes of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients With Mechanical and Bioprosthetic Heart Valves.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 3. pii: S0002-9149(18)31498.
PubMed Abstract available

VEST AR, Young JB, Cho L
The Metabolic Syndrome, Cardiovascular Fitness and Survival in Patients With Advanced Systolic Heart Failure.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Aug 3. pii: S0002-9149(18)31496.
PubMed Abstract available

July 2018

RIOS SA, Bravo CA, Weinreich M, Olmedo W, et al
Meta-Analysis and Trial Sequential Analysis Comparing Percutaneous Ventricular Assist Devices Versus Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump During High-Risk Percutaneous Coronary Intervention or Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jul 24. pii: S0002-9149(18)31429.
PubMed Abstract available

SADJADIEH G, Engstrom T, Hofsten DE, Helqvist S, et al
Bleeding Events After ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction in Patients Randomized to an All-comer Clinical Trial Compared With Unselected Patients.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jul 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)31426.
PubMed Abstract available

ASLANGER E, Yildirimturk O, Bozbeyoglu E, Simsek B, et al
A Simplified Formula Discriminating Subtle Anterior Wall Myocardial Infarction from Normal Variant ST-Segment Elevation.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jul 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)31420.
PubMed Abstract available

KOVELL LC, Ali MT, Hays AG, Metkus TS, et al
Defining the Role of Point-of-Care Ultrasound in Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jul 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)31421.
PubMed Abstract available

HINOHARA TT, Roe MT, White HD, Fox KAA, et al
Outcomes of Patients Receiving Downstream Revascularization After Initial Medical Management for Non-ST-Segment Elevation Acute Coronary Syndromes (From the TRILOGY ACS Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jul 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)31419.
PubMed Abstract available

TERESSA G, Zhang M, Lavenburg P, Cantor G, et al
Validity of Coronary Artery Disease Consortium Models for Predicting Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease & Cardiovascular Events in Patients with Acute Chest Pain Considered for Coronary Computed Tomographic Angiography.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jul 17. pii: S0002-9149(18)31413.
PubMed Abstract available

ISSA M, Alqahtani F, Ziada KM, Stanazai Q, et al
Incidence and Outcomes of Non-ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction in Patients Hospitalized with Decompensated Diabetes.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jul 17. pii: S0002-9149(18)31412.
PubMed Abstract available

OLIER I, Carr M, Curzen N, Ludman P, et al
Changes in Periprocedural Bleeding Complications Following Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in The United Kingdom Between 2006 and 2013 (from the British Cardiovascular Interventional Society).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jul 8. pii: S0002-9149(18)31256.
PubMed Abstract available

NICHOLS GA, Philip S, Reynolds K, Granowitz CB, et al
Comparison of Medical Care Utilization and Costs Among Patients With Statin-Controlled Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol With Versus Without Hypertriglyceridemia.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jul 5. pii: S0002-9149(18)31321.
PubMed Abstract available

ROH JH, Kim YH, Yang DH, Han S, et al
Fate of Grafts Bypassing Nonischemic Versus Ischemic Inducing Coronary Stenosis.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jul 4. pii: S0002-9149(18)31320.
PubMed Abstract available

PLANTE TB, Juraschek SP, Miller ER 3rd, Appel LJ, et al
Comparison of Frequency of Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular and Safety Events With Systolic Blood Pressure <120 mm Hg Versus 135-139 mm Hg in a Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention Trial Primary Prevention Subgroup.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jul 4. pii: S0002-9149(18)31333.
PubMed Abstract available

O'BRIEN J, Reid CM, Andrianopoulos N, Ajani AE, et al
Heart Rate as a Predictor of Outcome Following Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jul 4. pii: S0002-9149(18)31334.
PubMed Abstract available

VAVIK V, Pedersen EKR, Svingen GFT, Tell GS, et al
Usefulness of Higher Levels of Cardiac Troponin T in Patients With Stable Angina Pectoris to Predict Risk of Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jul 4. pii: S0002-9149(18)31319.
PubMed Abstract available

June 2018

GARCIA-GARCIA C, Oliveras T, Rueda F, Perez-Fernandez S, et al
Primary Ventricular Fibrillation in the Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Era (from the "Codi IAM" Multicenter Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 27. pii: S0002-9149(18)31055.
PubMed Abstract available

PATTI G, Ricottini E, Nenna A, Cavallari I, et al
Impact of Chronic Renal Failure on Ischemic and Bleeding Events at 1 Year in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome (from the Multicenter START ANTIPLATELET Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 27. pii: S0002-9149(18)31258.
PubMed Abstract available

CHOI JY, Choi CU, Hwang SY, Choi BG, et al
Effect of Pitavastatin Compared with Atorvastatin and Rosuvastatin on New-Onset Diabetes Mellitus in Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 27. pii: S0002-9149(18)31257.
PubMed Abstract available

DZIEWIERZ A, Brener SJ, Siudak Z, Plens K, et al
Impact of On-Site Surgical Backup on Periprocedural Outcomes of Primary Percutaneous Interventions in Patients Presenting With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (From the ORPKI Polish National Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 26. pii: S0002-9149(18)31248.
PubMed Abstract available

LEVI A, Chezar-Azerrad C, Hasdai D, Beigel R, et al
Impact of Self-Reported Family History of Premature Cardiovascular Disease on the Outcomes of Patients Hospitalized for Acute Coronary Syndrome (from the Acute Coronary Syndrome Israel Survey [ACSIS] 2000 to 2013).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 25. pii: S0002-9149(18)31243.
PubMed Abstract available

SHARMA SP, Dahal K, Rijal J, Fonarow GC, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Outcomes of Smokers Versus Nonsmokers With Acute Coronary Syndrome Underwent Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 25. pii: S0002-9149(18)31246.
PubMed Abstract available

SREENIVASAN J, Zhuo M, Khan MS, Li H, et al
Anemia (Hemoglobin </= 13 g/dL) as a Risk Factor for Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury Following Coronary Angiography.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 22. pii: S0002-9149(18)31251.
PubMed Abstract available

WILSON HC, Ambach S, Madueme PC, Khoury PR, et al
Comparison of Native T1, Strain, and Traditional Measures of Cardiovascular Structure and Function by Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Patients With Anderson-Fabry Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 22. pii: S0002-9149(18)31242.
PubMed Abstract available

ARBEL R, Hammerman A, Azuri J
Usefulness of Empagliflozin Versus Liraglutide for Prevention of Cardiovascular Mortality.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 22. pii: S0002-9149(18)31249.
PubMed Abstract available

SHAVELLE DM, Banerjee S, Maini B, Schreiber TL, et al
Comparison of Outcomes of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention on Native Coronary Arteries Versus on Saphenous Venous Aorta Coronary Conduits in Patients With Low Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction and Impella Device Implantation Achieved or Attempted (
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 21. pii: S0002-9149(18)31252.
PubMed Abstract available

WORME MD, Tan MK, Armstrong DWJ, Yan AT, et al
Previous and New Onset Atrial Fibrillation and Associated Outcomes in Acute Coronary Syndromes (from the Global Registry of Acute Coronary Events).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 21. pii: S0002-9149(18)31220.
PubMed Abstract available

POTTS J, Kwok CS, Ensor J, Rashid M, et al
Temporal Changes in Co-Morbidity Burden in Patients Having Percutaneous Coronary Intervention and Impact on Prognosis.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)31175.
PubMed Abstract available

CHO SW, Park K, Ahn JH, Park TK, et al
Extended Clopidogrel Therapy Beyond 12 Months and Long-Term Outcomes in Patients With Diabetes Mellitus Receiving Coronary Arterial Second-Generation Drug-Eluting Stents.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 11. pii: S0002-9149(18)31173.
PubMed Abstract available

MOHAMMAD MA, Koul S, Smith JG, Noc M, et al
Predictive Value of High-Sensitivity Troponin T for Systolic Dysfunction and Infarct Size (Six Months) After ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 5. pii: S0002-9149(18)31177.
PubMed Abstract available

VITKON-BARKAY I, Lazarovitch T, Marchaim D, Zaidenstein R, et al
Usefulness of Serum Procalcitonin as a Marker for Coexisting Infection in Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 2. pii: S0002-9149(18)31176.
PubMed Abstract available

RANA JS, Liu JY, Moffet HH, Boklage SH, et al
Risk of Incident Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Events by Achieved Atherogenic Lipid Levels Among 62,428 Statin-Treated Individuals With Diabetes Mellitus.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 2. pii: S0002-9149(18)31183.
PubMed Abstract available

LAHTINEN M, Kiviniemi AM, Junttila MJ, Kaariainen M, et al
Depressive Symptoms and Risk for Sudden Cardiac Death in Stable Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jun 2. pii: S0002-9149(18)31178.
PubMed Abstract available

May 2018

MOON S, Kong SH, Choi HS, Hwangbo Y, et al
Relation of Subclinical Hypothyroidism is Associated With Cardiovascular Events and All-Cause Mortality in Adults With High Cardiovascular Risk.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 May 16. pii: S0002-9149(18)31118.
PubMed Abstract available

KOMOCSI A, Aradi D, Szuk T, Nagy GG, et al
Comparison of Platelet Function Guided Versus Unguided Treatment With P2Y12 Inhibitors in Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction (from the Hungarian Myocardial Infarction Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2018;121:1129-1137.
PubMed Abstract available

GOKSULUK H, Gulec S, Ozyuncu N, Kurklu ST, et al
Comparison of Frequency of Silent Cerebral Infarction After Coronary Angiography and Stenting With Transradial Versus Transfemoral Approaches.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 May 11. pii: S0002-9149(18)31057.
PubMed Abstract available

GRIPETEG L, Arvidsson D, Johannesson E, Larsson C, et al
Concomitant Associations of Healthy Food Intake and Cardiorespiratory Fitness With Coronary Artery Calcium.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 May 11. pii: S0002-9149(18)31060.
PubMed Abstract available

YESIN M, Karakoyun S, Kalcik M, Gursoy MO, et al
Status of the Epicardial Coronary Arteries in Non-ST Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome in Patients with Mechanical Prosthetic Heart Valves (from the TROIA-ACS Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 May 11. pii: S0002-9149(18)31046.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM Y, Jeong MH, Ahn Y, Kim JH, et al
Results of a 10-Year Experience in Korea Using Drug-Eluting Stents During Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Acute Myocardial Infarction (from the Korea Acute Myocardial Infarction Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 May 1. pii: S0002-9149(18)31022.
PubMed Abstract available

April 2018

TOLPPANEN H, Javanainen T, Sans-Rosello J, Parenica J, et al
Prevalence, Temporal Evolution, and Impact on Survival of Ventricular Conduction Blocks in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome and Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 20. pii: S0002-9149(18)30857.
PubMed Abstract available

DAETER EJ, Timmermans MJC, Hirsch A, Lipsic E, et al
Defining and Measuring a Standard Set of Patient-Relevant Outcomes in Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 20. pii: S0002-9149(18)30273.
PubMed Abstract available

ROBERTS WC
Good Books Received in Cardiovascular Disease in 2017 and in Early 2018.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 19. pii: S0002-9149(18)30321.
PubMed

KALKA D, Gebala J, Rusiecki L, Smolinski R, et al
Relation of Postexercise Reduction of Arterial Blood Pressure and Erectile Dysfunction in Patients with Coronary Heart Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 18. pii: S0002-9149(18)30861.
PubMed Abstract available

PI SH, Rhee TM, Lee JM, Hwang D, et al
Outcomes in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus According to Insulin Treatment After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in the Second-Generation Drug-Eluting Stent Era.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 18. pii: S0002-9149(18)30270.
PubMed Abstract available

SHAH AP, Nathan S
Challenges in Implementation of Institutional Protocols for Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 17. pii: S0002-9149(18)30837.
PubMed Abstract available

OTO A
14th International Congress of Update in Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery, April 5 to 8: Presidential Invitation.
Am J Cardiol. 2018;121.
PubMed

NAKAMURA Y, Asaumi Y, Miyagi T, Nakai M, et al
Comparison of Long-Term Mortality in Patients With Previous Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Who Underwent Percutaneous Coronary Intervention With Versus Without Optimal Medical Therapy.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30858.
PubMed Abstract available

NGUYEN XT, Quaden RM, Wolfrum S, Song RJ, et al
Prevalence of Ideal Cardiovascular Health Metrics in the Million Veteran Program.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30843.
PubMed Abstract available

MISUMIDA N, Ahmed AE, Barlow M, Goodwin R, et al
Prognostic Value of Anatomical SYNTAX Score and SYNTAX Score II in Veterans With Left Main and/or Three-Vessel Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30859.
PubMed Abstract available

KWOK CS, Rao SV, Gilchrist I, Martinez SC, et al
Relation Between Age and Unplanned Readmissions After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (Findings from the Nationwide Readmission Database).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30860.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM I, Kim MC, Sim DS, Hong YJ, et al
Effect of the Metabolic Syndrome on Outcomes in Patients Aged <50 Years Versus >50 Years With Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 11. pii: S0002-9149(18)30856.
PubMed Abstract available

VELAGAPUDI P, Kolte D, Ather K, Khera S, et al
Temporal Trends and Factors Associated With Prolonged Length of Stay in Patients With ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Undergoing Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 11. pii: S0002-9149(18)30855.
PubMed Abstract available

NDREPEPA G, Byrne RA, Cassese S, Fusaro M, et al
Markers of Reperfusion and Long-Term (8-Year) Prognosis after Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 9. pii: S0002-9149(18)30836.
PubMed Abstract available

PATEL JK, Thippeswamy G, Kataya A, Loeb CA, et al
Predictors of Obstructive Coronary Disease and Mortality in Adults Having Cardiac Arrest.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 3. pii: S0002-9149(18)30391.
PubMed Abstract available

ILARDI F, Gargiulo G, Schiattarella GG, Giugliano G, et al
Effects of Carvedilol Versus Metoprolol on Platelet Aggregation in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome: The PLATE-BLOCK Study.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Apr 3. pii: S0002-9149(18)30372.
PubMed Abstract available

March 2018

SIROIS FM, Jiang L, Upchurch DM
Use and Disclosure of Complementary Health Approaches in US Adults With Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 29. pii: S0002-9149(18)30382.
PubMed Abstract available

KOBAYASHI N, Hata N, Tsurumi M, Shibata Y, et al
Relation of Coronary Culprit Lesion Morphology Determined by Optical Coherence Tomography and Cardiac Outcomes to Serum Uric Acid Levels in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 28. pii: S0002-9149(18)30390.
PubMed Abstract available

BERTRAND OF, Larose E, Bagur R, Maes F, et al
A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Study Comparing Intracoronary Versus Intravenous Abciximab in Patients With ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Undergoing Transradial Rescue Percutaneous Coronary Intervention After Failed Thrombolysis.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 28. pii: S0002-9149(18)30375.
PubMed Abstract available

WELLINGS J, Kostis JB, Sargsyan D, Cabrera J, et al
Risk Factors and Trends in Incidence of Heart Failure Following Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 28. pii: S0002-9149(18)30373.
PubMed Abstract available

MOURTZINIS G, Kahan T, Bengtsson Bostrom K, Schioler L, et al
Relation Between Lipid Profile and New-Onset Atrial Fibrillation in Patients With Systemic Hypertension (From the Swedish Primary Care Cardiovascular Database [SPCCD]).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 28. pii: S0002-9149(18)30392.
PubMed Abstract available

MILASINOVIC D, Milosevic A, Vasiljevic-Pokrajcic Z, Marinkovic J, et al
Three-Year Impact of Immediate Invasive Strategy in Patients With Non-ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (from the RIDDLE-NSTEMI Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 28. pii: S0002-9149(18)30374.
PubMed Abstract available

CAVUSOGLU E, Kassotis JT, Anwar A, Marmur JD, et al
Usefulness of Complement C1q to Predict 10-Year Mortality in Men With Diabetes Mellitus Referred for Coronary Angiography.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 28. pii: S0002-9149(18)30376.
PubMed Abstract available

WETTERSTEN N, Cushman M, Howard VJ, Hartmann O, et al
Usefulness of Proneurotensin to Predict Cardiovascular and All-Cause Mortality in a United States Population (from the Reasons for Geographic and Racial Differences in Stroke Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 28. pii: S0002-9149(18)30377.
PubMed Abstract available

DE ROSA R, Silverio A, Varricchio A, De Luca G, et al
Meta-Analysis Comparing Outcomes After Everolimus-Eluting Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffolds Versus Everolimus-Eluting Metallic Stents in Patients with Acute Coronary Syndromes.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 27. pii: S0002-9149(18)30371.
PubMed Abstract available

ROBERTS WC
Quantitative Extent of Atherosclerotic Plaque in the Major Epicardial Coronary Arteries in Patients with Fatal Coronary Heart Disease, in Coronary Endarterectomy Specimens, in Aorta-Coronary Saphenous Venous Conduits, and Means to Prevent the Plaques:
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 27. pii: S0002-9149(18)30253.
PubMed Abstract available

PAVLOV M, Babic Z
ST-Segment Elevation in Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Survivors Not Always Related to Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 23. pii: S0002-9149(18)30263.
PubMed

MARSO SP, Nauck MA, Monk Fries T, Rasmussen S, et al
Myocardial Infarction Subtypes in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and the Effect of Liraglutide Therapy (from the LEADER Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 15. pii: S0002-9149(18)30266.
PubMed Abstract available

SRIVASTAVA P, Butler J, Shroyer AL, Lacey M, et al
Impact of Depressive Disorder on Access and Quality of Care in Veterans With Prevalent Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 14. pii: S0002-9149(18)30284.
PubMed Abstract available

SANDESARA PB, O'Neal WT, Tahhan AS, Hayek SS, et al
Comparison of the Association Between High-Sensitivity Troponin I and Adverse Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients With Versus Without Chronic Kidney Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 14. pii: S0002-9149(18)30275.
PubMed Abstract available

ABUBAKAR H, Yassin AS, Akintoye E, Bakhit K, et al
Financial Implications and Impact of Pre-existing Atrial Fibrillation on In-Hospital Outcomes in Patients Who Underwent Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (from the National Inpatient Database).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 14. pii: S0002-9149(18)30288.
PubMed Abstract available

ALLONEN J, Nieminen MS, Hiippala S, Sinisalo J, et al
Relation of Use of Red Blood Cell Transfusion After Acute Coronary Syndrome to Long-Term Mortality.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 13. pii: S0002-9149(18)30271.
PubMed Abstract available

NAGANUMA T, Tsujita K, Mitomo S, Ishiguro H, et al
Impact of Chronic Kidney Disease on Outcomes After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Chronic Total Occlusions (from the Japanese Multicenter Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 13. pii: S0002-9149(18)30268.
PubMed Abstract available

BUCHANAN KD, Torguson R, Rogers T, Xu L, et al
In-Stent Restenosis of Drug-Eluting Stents Compared With a Matched Group of Patients With De Novo Coronary Artery Stenosis.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 13. pii: S0002-9149(18)30269.
PubMed Abstract available

YONG CM, Ungar L, Abnousi F, Asch SM, et al
Racial Differences in Quality of Care and Outcomes After Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 13. pii: S0002-9149(18)30272.
PubMed Abstract available

DUDEK D, Ebner A, Sobczynski R, Trebacz J, et al
Efficacy and Safety of the HeartMate Percutaneous Heart Pump During High-Risk Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (from the SHIELD I Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 13. pii: S0002-9149(18)30282.
PubMed Abstract available

AGGARWAL V, Mulukutla V, Maskatia S, Justino H, et al
Outcomes after Balloon Pulmonary Valvuloplasty for Critical Pulmonary Stenosis and Incidence of Coronary Artery Fistulas.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 13. pii: S0002-9149(18)30285.
PubMed Abstract available

ZHU Y, Blumenthal JA, Shi C, Jiang R, et al
Sedentary Behavior and the Risk of Depression in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndromes.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 13. pii: S0002-9149(18)30267.
PubMed Abstract available

BLONDHEIM DS, Kleiner-Shochat M, Asif A, Kazatsker M, et al
Characteristics, Management, and Outcome of Transient ST-elevation Versus Persistent ST-elevation and Non-ST-elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30265.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM HO, Kim JM, Woo JS, Park CB, et al
Circadian Distribution of Acute Myocardial Infarction in Different Age Groups.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 7. pii: S0002-9149(18)30241.
PubMed Abstract available

WILSON G, Kurian K, Zamin S, Urbanczyk J, et al
Rates of Echocardiography, Coronary Angiography, and Coronary Intervention Associated With Troponin Testing in Hospitalized Patients.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 2. pii: S0002-9149(18)30244.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM H, Kim IC, Yoon HJ, Park HS, et al
Prognostic Usefulness of Tricuspid Annular Diameter for Cardiovascular Events in Patients With Tricuspid Regurgitation of Moderate to Severe Degree.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 2. pii: S0002-9149(18)30249.
PubMed Abstract available

GARBER L, McAndrew TC, Chung ES, Stancak B, et al
Predictors of Left Ventricular Remodeling After Myocardial Infarction in Patients With a Patent Infarct Related Coronary Artery After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (from the Post-Myocardial Infarction Remodeling Prevention Therapy [PRomPT] Trial)
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 1. pii: S0002-9149(18)30242.
PubMed Abstract available

ITO S, Watanabe H, Morimoto T, Yoshikawa Y, et al
Impact of Baseline Thrombocytopenia on Bleeding and Mortality After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 1. pii: S0002-9149(18)30245.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM MC, Jeong MH, Sim DS, Hong YJ, et al
Optimal Timing of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients With Non-ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Complicated by Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (from the Korea Acute Myocardial Infarction Registry-National Institutes of Health [K
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 1. pii: S0002-9149(18)30240.
PubMed Abstract available

ROGERS T, Waksman R, Harrison JK, Deeb GM, et al
Impact of Balloon Predilatation on Hemodynamics and Outcomes After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation With the Self-Expanding CoreValve Prosthesis.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Mar 1. pii: S0002-9149(18)30243.
PubMed Abstract available

February 2018

JEEVARETHINAM A, Venuraju S, Dumo A, Ruano S, et al
Usefulness of Carotid Plaques as Predictors of Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease and Cardiovascular Events in Asymptomatic Individuals With Diabetes Mellitus.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 27. pii: S0002-9149(18)30091.
PubMed Abstract available

AZZALINI L, Candilio L, Ojeda S, Dens J, et al
Impact of Incomplete Revascularization on Long-Term Outcomes Following Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 23. pii: S0002-9149(18)30175.
PubMed Abstract available

BADINGS EA, Hermanides RS, The SHK, Dambrink JE, et al
Comparison of Outcomes and Intervention Among Patients With Non-ST-Segment Elevation Acute Myocardial Infarction of Those With a Left Circumflex Versus Those With a Non-Left Circumflex-Related Coronary Artery (From the ELISA-3 Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 21. pii: S0002-9149(18)30173.
PubMed Abstract available

KHAN SU, Khan MU, Ghani AR, Lone AN, et al
Meta-Analysis of Antithrombotic Therapy in Atrial Fibrillation After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 14. pii: S0002-9149(18)30178.
PubMed Abstract available

KOIFMAN E, Garcia-Garcia HM, Kuku KO, Kajita AH, et al
Comparison of the Efficacy and Safety of Orbital and Rotational Atherectomy in Calcified Narrowings in Patients Who Underwent Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 13. pii: S0002-9149(18)30094.
PubMed Abstract available

BARUCH A, Mosesova S, Davis JD, Budha N, et al
Corrigendum to 'Effects of RG7652, a Monoclonal Antibody Against PCSK9, on Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (LDL-C), LDL-C Subfractions, and Inflammatory Biomarkers in Patients at High Risk of or with Established Coronary Heart Disease (From the Ph
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30115.
PubMed

CHEN YR, Hsieh FI, Chang CC, Chi NF, et al
Effect on Risk of Stroke and Acute Myocardial Infarction of Nonselective Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30189.
PubMed Abstract available

KARALIS DG, Mallya UG, Ghannam AF, Elassal J, et al
Prescribing Patterns of Proprotein Convertase Subtilisin-Kexin Type 9 Inhibitors in Eligible Patients With Clinical Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease or Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30185.
PubMed Abstract available

WANG ZQ, Qiang H, Luo X, Li W, et al
Meta-Analysis of Risk of Ventricular Arrhythmias and All-Cause Mortality in Patients With Chronic Total Occlusion of a Coronary Artery and/or Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30184.
PubMed Abstract available

SONG RJ, Nguyen XT, Quaden R, Ho YL, et al
Alcohol Consumption and Risk of Coronary Artery Disease (from the Million Veteran Program).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30186.
PubMed Abstract available

MANSOUR M, Heist EK, Agarwal R, Bunch TJ, et al
Stroke and Cardiovascular Events After Ablation or Antiarrhythmic Drugs for Treatment of Patients With Atrial Fibrillation.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30187.
PubMed Abstract available

DI SERAFINO L, Turturo M, Lanzone S, Marano M, et al
Comparison of the Effect of Dual-Axis Rotational Coronary Angiography Versus Conventional Coronary Angiography on Frequency of Acute Kidney Injury, X-Ray Exposure Time, and Quantity of Contrast Medium Injected.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 7. pii: S0002-9149(18)30170.
PubMed Abstract available

SPITALERI G, Brugaletta S, Scalone G, Moscarella E, et al
Role of ST-Segment Resolution in Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Treated With Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (from the 5-Year Outcomes of the EXAMINATION [Evaluation of the Xience-V Stent in Acute Myocardial Infarc
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 7. pii: S0002-9149(18)30157.
PubMed Abstract available

BACHMANN JM, Mayberry LS, Wallston KA, Huang S, et al
Relation of Perceived Health Competence to Physical Activity in Patients With Coronary Heart Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 7. pii: S0002-9149(18)30166.
PubMed Abstract available

LEE YSG, Baradi A, Peverelle M, Sultani R, et al
Usefulness of Platelet-to-Lymphocyte Ratio to Predict Long-Term All-Cause Mortality in Patients at High Risk of Coronary Artery Disease Who Underwent Coronary Angiography.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 7. pii: S0002-9149(18)30160.
PubMed Abstract available

HO JS, Cannaday JJ, FitzGerald SJ, Leonard D, et al
Relation of Coronary Artery Diameters With Cardiorespiratory Fitness.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 6. pii: S0002-9149(18)30163.
PubMed Abstract available

FRANCK C, Filion KB, Eisenberg MJ
Smoking Cessation in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 6. pii: S0002-9149(18)30159.
PubMed Abstract available

TIBUAKUU M, Kianoush S, DeFilippis AP, McEvoy JW, et al
Usefulness of Lipoprotein-Associated Phospholipase A2 Activity and C-Reactive Protein in Identifying High-Risk Smokers for Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (from the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 6. pii: S0002-9149(18)30162.
PubMed Abstract available

LEE MS, Lluri G, Finch W, Park KW, et al
Role of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in the Treatment of Cardiac Allograft Vasculopathy.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 6. pii: S0002-9149(18)30167.
PubMed Abstract available

RICOTTINI E, Mangiacapra F, Nusca A, Melfi R, et al
Relation of Platelet Indexes to Platelet Reactivity and Periprocedural Myocardial Infarction in Patients Who Underwent Percutaneous Coronary Angioplasty.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 5. pii: S0002-9149(18)30155.
PubMed Abstract available

FRIKHA Z, Ferreira JP, Bozec E, McMurray JJV, et al
Relation of High Serum Bilirubin to Short-Term Mortality Following a Myocardial Infarction Complicated by Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction (from the High-Risk Myocardial Infarction Database Initiative).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 5. pii: S0002-9149(18)30154.
PubMed Abstract available

SKOWRONSKI J, Pregowski J, Mintz GS, Kruk M, et al
Measurements of Lumen Areas and Diameters of Proximal and Middle Coronary Artery Segments in Subjects Without Coronary Atherosclerosis.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 2. pii: S0002-9149(18)30095.
PubMed Abstract available

KHAN H, Kunutsor SK, Rauramaa R, Merchant FM, et al
Long-Term Change in Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Relation to Atrial Fibrillation and Heart Failure (from the Kuopio Ischemic Heart Disease Risk Factor Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 2. pii: S0002-9149(18)30096.
PubMed Abstract available

MEDINA-INOJOSA JR, Batsis JA, Supervia M, Somers VK, et al
Relation of Waist-Hip Ratio to Long-Term Cardiovascular Events in Patients With Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 2. pii: S0002-9149(18)30090.
PubMed Abstract available

MCCULLOUGH PA, Ballantyne CM, Sanganalmath SK, Langslet G, et al
Efficacy and Safety of Alirocumab in High-Risk Patients With Clinical Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease and/or Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (from 5 Placebo-Controlled ODYSSEY Trials).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Feb 2. pii: S0002-9149(18)30093.
PubMed Abstract available

January 2018

HUYNH T, Montigny M, Iftikhar U, Gagnon R, et al
Recurrent Cardiovascular Events in Survivors of Myocardial Infarction With ST-Segment Elevation (from the AMI-QUEBEC Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 31. pii: S0002-9149(18)30059.
PubMed Abstract available

KODUMURI V, Balasubramanian S, Vij A, Siddamsetti S, et al
A Meta-Analysis Comparing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention With Drug-Eluting Stents Versus Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting in Unprotected Left Main Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 31. pii: S0002-9149(18)30092.
PubMed Abstract available

SADJADIEH G, Engstrom T, Helqvist S, Hofsten DE, et al
Relation of Bleeding Events to Mortality in Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Treated by Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (a DANAMI-3 Substudy).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30039.
PubMed Abstract available

PODOLECKI T, Lenarczyk R, Kowalczyk J, Jedrzejczyk-Patej E, et al
Prognostic Significance of Complex Ventricular Arrhythmias Complicating ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30057.
PubMed Abstract available

MILKS MW, Velez MR, Mehta N, Ishola A, et al
Usefulness of Integrating Heart Failure Risk Factors Into Impairment of Global Longitudinal Strain to Predict Anthracycline-Related Cardiac Dysfunction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 12. pii: S0002-9149(18)30042.
PubMed Abstract available

PATEL KK, Arnold SV, Jones PG, Qintar M, et al
Relation of Age and Health-Related Quality of Life to Invasive Versus Ischemia-Guided Management of Patients with Non-ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 10. pii: S0002-9149(18)30054.
PubMed Abstract available

HIZOH I, Banhegyi G, Domokos D, Gulyas Z, et al
Impact of Selective Aspiration Thrombectomy on Mortality in Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 10. pii: S0002-9149(18)30053.
PubMed Abstract available

TURGEON RD, Pearson GJ, Graham MM
Pharmacologic Treatment of Patients With Myocardial Ischemia With No Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 10. pii: S0002-9149(18)30045.
PubMed Abstract available

HOWELL SJ, Bui J, Thevakumar B, Amsterdam EA, et al
Utility of Physician Selection of Cardiac Tests in a Chest Pain Unit to Exclude Acute Coronary Syndrome Among Patients Without a History of Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 10. pii: S0002-9149(18)30050.
PubMed Abstract available

KWOK CS, Potts J, Gulati M, Alasnag M, et al
Effect of Gender on Unplanned Readmissions After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (from the Nationwide Readmissions Database).
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 10. pii: S0002-9149(18)30052.
PubMed Abstract available

SANNINO A, Szerlip M, Harrington K, Schiattarella GG, et al
Comparison of Baseline Characteristics and Outcomes in Men Versus Women With Aortic Stenosis Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 10. pii: S0002-9149(18)30040.
PubMed Abstract available

GUILLON B, Ecarnot F, Marcucci C, Ducloux D, et al
Incidence, Predictors, and Impact on Six-Month Mortality of Three Different Definitions of Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury After Coronary Angiography.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 9. pii: S0002-9149(18)30049.
PubMed Abstract available

TANRIVERDI Z, Besli F, Gungoren F, Altiparmak IH, et al
Effect of Antiplatelet Therapy on Cardiac Outcomes in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 9. pii: S0002-9149(18)30048.
PubMed

EBRAHIMI R, Gupta S, Carr BM, Bishawi M, et al
Comparison of Outcomes and Costs Associated With Aspirin +/- Clopidogrel After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2018 Jan 2. pii: S0002-9149(17)31926.
PubMed Abstract available

ZAFRIR B, Jaffe R, Rubinshtein R, Karkabi B, et al
Influence of Body Mass Index on Long-Term Survival After Cardiac Catheterization.
Am J Cardiol. 2018;121:113-119.
PubMed Abstract available

December 2017

CAVALLARI I, Patti G
Meta-Analysis Comparing the Safety and Efficacy of Dual Versus Triple Antithrombotic Therapy in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Dec 25. pii: S0002-9149(17)31932.
PubMed Abstract available

ALASWAD K, Basir MB, Khandelwal A, Schreiber T, et al
The Role of Mechanical Circulatory Support During Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients Without Severely Depressed Left Ventricular Function.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Dec 25. pii: S0002-9149(17)31923.
PubMed Abstract available

LADOR A, Hasdai D, Mager A, Porter A, et al
Incidence and Prognosis of Pericarditis After ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (from the Acute Coronary Syndrome Israeli Survey 2000 to 2013 Registry Database).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Dec 23. pii: S0002-9149(17)31920.
PubMed Abstract available

NUMASAWA Y, Ueda I, Sawano M, Kuno T, et al
Relation of Baseline Hemoglobin Level to In-Hospital Outcomes in Patients Who Undergo Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (from a Japanese Multicenter Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Dec 23. pii: S0002-9149(17)31921.
PubMed Abstract available

SERRAO GW, Lansky AJ, Mehran R, Stone GW, et al
Predictors of Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction Improvement After Primary Stenting in ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (from the Harmonizing Outcomes With Revascularization and Stents in Acute Myocardial Infarction Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Dec 22. pii: S0002-9149(17)31918.
PubMed Abstract available

GARG L, Agrawal S, Agarwal M, Shah M, et al
Influence of Atrial Fibrillation on Outcomes in Patients Who Underwent Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Dec 22. pii: S0002-9149(17)31917.
PubMed Abstract available

TESCHE C, Vliegenthart R, Duguay TM, De Cecco CN, et al
Coronary Computed Tomographic Angiography-Derived Fractional Flow Reserve for Therapeutic Decision Making.
Am J Cardiol. 2017;120:2121-2127.
PubMed Abstract available

BANGALORE S, Toklu B, Stone GW
Meta-Analysis of Culprit-Only Versus Multivessel Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction and Multivessel Coronary Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Dec 12. pii: S0002-9149(17)31847.
PubMed Abstract available

MAHMOUD AN, Elgendy IY
Gender Impact on 30-Day Readmissions After Hospitalization With Acute Myocardial Infarction Complicated by Cardiogenic Shock (from the 2013 to 2014 National Readmissions Database).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Dec 11. pii: S0002-9149(17)31848.
PubMed Abstract available

BENEDETTO U, Lau C, Caputo M, Kim L, et al
Comparison of Outcomes for Off-Pump Versus On-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting in Low-Volume and High-Volume Centers and by Low-Volume and High-Volume Surgeons.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Dec 11. pii: S0002-9149(17)31860.
PubMed Abstract available

ELFFERS TW, de Mutsert R, Lamb HJ, Maan AC, et al
Relation of Overall and Abdominal Adiposity With Electrocardiogram Parameters of Subclinical Cardiovascular Disease in Individuals Aged 45 to 65 Years (from the Netherlands Epidemiology of Obesity Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Dec 11. pii: S0002-9149(17)31855.
PubMed Abstract available

AHN MJ, Kim MC, Ahn Y, Sim DS, et al
Impact of Complete Revascularization on Six-Year Clinical Outcomes and Incidence of Acute Decompensated Heart Failure in Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction and Multivessel Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Dec 11. pii: S0002-9149(17)31850.
PubMed Abstract available

DIMITRIU-LEEN AC, Hermans MPJ, van Rosendael AR, van Zwet EW, et al
Gender-Specific Differences in All-Cause Mortality Between Incomplete and Complete Revascularization in Patients With ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction and Multi-Vessel Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Dec 11. pii: S0002-9149(17)31851.
PubMed Abstract available

JANG SJ, Ahn JM, Kim B, Gu JM, et al
Comparison of Accuracy of One-Use Methods for Calculating Fractional Flow Reserve by Intravascular Optical Coherence Tomography to That Determined by the Pressure-Wire Method.
Am J Cardiol. 2017;120:1920-1925.
PubMed Abstract available

CHEN M, Gerson H, Eintracht S, Nessim SJ, et al
Effect of Hemodialysis on Levels of High-Sensitivity Cardiac Troponin T.
Am J Cardiol. 2017;120:2061-2064.
PubMed Abstract available

November 2017

PICARD F, Panagiotidou P, Wolf-Putz A, Buschmann I, et al
Usefulness of Individual Shear Rate Therapy, New Treatment Option for Patients With Symptomatic Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Nov 24. pii: S0002-9149(17)31762.
PubMed Abstract available

LEE CH, Lee JY, Park GM, Lee SW, et al
Comparison of 1-Year Outcomes of Triple (Aspirin + Clopidogrel + Cilostazol) Versus Dual Antiplatelet Therapy (Aspirin + Clopidogrel + Placebo) After Implantation of Second-Generation Drug-Eluting Stents into One or More Coronary Arteries: from the DE
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Nov 24. pii: S0002-9149(17)31763.
PubMed Abstract available

LUTSKI M, Weinstein G, Goldbourt U, Tanne D, et al
Cardiovascular Health and Cognitive Decline 2 Decades Later in Men with Preexisting Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Nov 23. pii: S0002-9149(17)31761.
PubMed Abstract available

TRAN HV, Lessard D, Tisminetzky MS, Yarzebski J, et al
Trends in Length of Hospital Stay and the Impact on Prognosis of Early Discharge After a First Uncomplicated Acute Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Nov 22. pii: S0002-9149(17)31759.
PubMed Abstract available

TOMASEVIC D, El Khoury C, Subtil F, Dubien PY, et al
Effect of Optimal Medical Therapy at Discharge in Patients With Reperfused ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction on 1-Year Mortality (from the Regional RESCUe Registry).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Nov 22. pii: S0002-9149(17)31760.
PubMed Abstract available

SARAK B, Goodman SG, Brieger D, Gale CP, et al
Electrocardiographic Findings in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome Presenting With Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Nov 3. pii: S0002-9149(17)31687.
PubMed Abstract available

October 2017

LOFFLER AI, Perez MV, Nketiah EO, Bourque JM, et al
Usefulness of Achieving >/=10 METs With a Negative Stress Electrocardiogram to Screen for High-Risk Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease in Patients Referred for Coronary Angiography After Exercise Stress Testing.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 31. pii: S0002-9149(17)31689.
PubMed Abstract available

BISWAS S, Duffy SJ, Lefkovits J, Andrianopoulos N, et al
Australian Trends in Procedural Characteristics and Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 31. pii: S0002-9149(17)31682.
PubMed Abstract available

KHAN SU, Arshad A, Riaz IB, Talluri S, et al
Meta-Analysis of the Safety and Efficacy of the Oral Anticoagulant Agents (Apixaban, Rivaroxaban, Dabigatran) in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 31. pii: S0002-9149(17)31692.
PubMed Abstract available

MONGRAW-CHAFFIN M, Gujral UP, Kanaya AM, Kandula NR, et al
Relation of Ectopic Fat with Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Risk Score in South Asians Living in the United States (from the Mediators of Atherosclerosis in South Asians Living in America [MASALA] Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 31. pii: S0002-9149(17)31683.
PubMed Abstract available

AGARWAL N, Mahmoud AN, Patel NK, Jain A, et al
Meta-Analysis of Aspirin Versus Dual Antiplatelet Therapy Following Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 26. pii: S0002-9149(17)31594.
PubMed Abstract available

SHENG SP, Howell LA, Caughey MC, Yeung M, et al
Relation of an Echocardiographic-Based Cardiac Calcium Score to Mitral Stenosis Severity and Coronary Artery Disease in Patients with Severe Aortic Stenosis.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 26. pii: S0002-9149(17)31619.
PubMed Abstract available

ALADIN AI, Al Rifai M, Rasool SH, Dardari Z, et al
Relation of Coronary Artery Calcium and Extra-Coronary Aortic Calcium to Incident Hypertension (from the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 24. pii: S0002-9149(17)31672.
PubMed Abstract available

ALSAGHEIR A, Belley-Cote EP, Whitlock RP
Impact of Left Atrial Appendage Exclusion on Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (from the National Inpatient Sample Database).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 20. pii: S0002-9149(17)31623.
PubMed

ROBERTS WC, Kondapalli N, Guileyardo JM
Morphologic Findings in Donor (Transplanted) Hearts at Necropsy Early and Late After Orthotopic Heart Transplantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 20. pii: S0002-9149(17)31621.
PubMed Abstract available

LEE JJ, Pedley A, Hoffmann U, Massaro JM, et al
Longitudinal Associations of Pericardial and Intrathoracic Fat With Progression of Coronary Artery Calcium (from the Framingham Heart Study).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 19. pii: S0002-9149(17)31613.
PubMed Abstract available

KU PW, Chen LJ, Fox KR, Chen YH, et al
Leisure-Time, Domestic, and Work-Related Physical Activity and Their Prospective Associations With All-Cause Mortality in Patients With Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 19. pii: S0002-9149(17)31610.
PubMed Abstract available

LAHTINEN M, Toukola T, Junttila MJ, Piira OP, et al
Effect of Changes in Physical Activity on Risk for Cardiac Death in Patients With Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 19. pii: S0002-9149(17)31609.
PubMed Abstract available

CHAMARIA S, Bhatheja S, Vengrenyuk Y, Sweeny J, et al
Prognostic Relation Between Severity of Diabetes Mellitus (On or Off Insulin) +/- Chronic Kidney Disease with Cardiovascular Risk After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 19. pii: S0002-9149(17)31611.
PubMed Abstract available

ROSENBAUM AN, Naksuk N, Gharacholou SM, Brenes-Salazar JA, et al
Outcomes of Nonagenarians Admitted to the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit by the Elders Risk Assessment Score for Long-Term Mortality Risk Stratification.
Am J Cardiol. 2017;120:1421-1426.
PubMed Abstract available

HUANG X, Wang X, Zou Y, Chen S, et al
Impact of Cigarette Smoking and Smoking Cessation on Stent Changes as Determined by Optical Coherence Tomography After Sirolimus Stent Implantation.
Am J Cardiol. 2017;120:1279-1284.
PubMed Abstract available

CALISKAN E, Salzberg SP, Emmert MY
Impact of Left Atrial Appendage Exclusion on Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting-The Surgeon's Comment.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 12. pii: S0002-9149(17)31589.
PubMed

NILSSON BB, Lunde P, Grogaard HK, Holm I, et al
Long-Term Results of High-Intensity Exercise-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation in Revascularized Patients for Symptomatic Coronary Artery Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 10. pii: S0002-9149(17)31583.
PubMed Abstract available

DONNELLY PM, Kolossvary M, Karady J, Ball PA, et al
Experience With an On-Site Coronary Computed Tomography-Derived Fractional Flow Reserve Algorithm for the Assessment of Intermediate Coronary Stenoses.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 10. pii: S0002-9149(17)31590.
PubMed Abstract available

WILLIAMS RP, de Waard GA, De Silva K, Lumley M, et al
Doppler Versus Thermodilution-Derived Coronary Microvascular Resistance to Predict Coronary Microvascular Dysfunction in Patients With Acute Myocardial Infarction or Stable Angina Pectoris.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 10. pii: S0002-9149(17)31584.
PubMed Abstract available

MAO TF, Bajwa A, Muskula P, Coggins TR, et al
Incidence of Left Ventricular Thrombus in Patients With Acute ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Treated with Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 10. pii: S0002-9149(17)31582.
PubMed Abstract available

FOROUZANDEH F, Suh J, Stahl E, Ko YA, et al
Performance of J-CTO and PROGRESS CTO Scores in Predicting Angiographic Success and Long-term Outcomes of Percutaneous Coronary Interventions for Chronic Total Occlusions.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Oct 10. pii: S0002-9149(17)31585.
PubMed Abstract available

JANTTI T, Tarvasmaki T, Harjola VP, Parissis J, et al
Frequency and Prognostic Significance of Abnormal Liver Function Tests in Patients With Cardiogenic Shock.
Am J Cardiol. 2017;120:1090-1097.
PubMed Abstract available

VADUGANATHAN M, Harrington RA, Stone GW, Steg PG, et al
Cangrelor Versus Clopidogrel on a Background of Unfractionated Heparin (from CHAMPION PHOENIX).
Am J Cardiol. 2017;120:1043-1048.
PubMed Abstract available

September 2017

PANCHOLY MS, Skelding K, Scott T, Blankenship J, et al
Effect of Access Site Choice on Acute Kidney Injury After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Sep 20. pii: S0002-9149(17)31458.
PubMed Abstract available

HASUN M, Dorler J, Edlinger M, Alber H, et al
In-Hospital Outcome Comparing Bivalirudin to Heparin in Real-World Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Sep 20. pii: S0002-9149(17)31456.
PubMed Abstract available

ROBERTS WC, Berry AE
Frequency of Coronary Endarterectomy in Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting at a Single Tertiary Texas Hospital 2010 to 2016 With Morphologic Studies of the Operatively Excised Specimens.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Sep 19. pii: S0002-9149(17)31454.
PubMed Abstract available

OLSEN M, Marino B, Kaltman J, Laursen H, et al
Myocardial Infarction in Adults With Congenital Heart Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Sep 19. pii: S0002-9149(17)31474.
PubMed Abstract available

RIVERA-CARAVACA JM, Marin F, Esteve-Pastor MA, Rana-Miguez P, et al
Usefulness of the 2MACE Score to Predicts Adverse Cardiovascular Events in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Sep 19. pii: S0002-9149(17)31459.
PubMed Abstract available

ABE M, Morimoto T, Nakagawa Y, Furukawa Y, et al
Impact of Transient or Persistent Contrast-induced Nephropathy on Long-term Mortality After Elective Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Sep 19. pii: S0002-9149(17)31455.
PubMed Abstract available

DHITAL R, Basnet S, Poudel DR
Impact of Hypothyroidism on Occurrence and Outcome of Acute Coronary Syndrome from the National Inpatient Sample.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Sep 19. pii: S0002-9149(17)31453.
PubMed Abstract available

GUBBI S, Schwartz E, Crandall J, Verghese J, et al
Effect of Exceptional Parental Longevity and Lifestyle Factors on Prevalence of Cardiovascular Disease in Offspring.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Sep 18. pii: S0002-9149(17)31460.
PubMed Abstract available

ARNSON Y, Rozanski A, Gransar H, Friedman JD, et al
Comparison of the Coronary Artery Calcium Score and Number of Calcified Coronary Plaques for Predicting Patient Mortality Risk.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Sep 18. pii: S0002-9149(17)31452.
PubMed Abstract available

LADWIG KH, Fang X, Wolf K, Hoschar S, et al
Comparison of Delay Times Between Symptom Onset of an Acute ST-elevation Myocardial Infarction and Hospital Arrival in Men and Women <65 Years Versus >/=65 Years of Age.: Findings From the Multicenter Munich Examination of Delay in Patients Expe
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Sep 18. pii: S0002-9149(17)31466.
PubMed Abstract available

KAWJI MM, Glancy DL
Painless Mini-Wellens Sign 5 Minutes After Exercise in a Man With Previously Undiagnosed Total Occlusion of the Left Anterior Descending and Right Coronary Arteries.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Sep 5. pii: S0002-9149(17)31402.
PubMed Abstract available

HUSSAIN ST, Paul M, Morton G, Schuster A, et al
Correlation of Fractional Flow Reserve With Ischemic Burden Measured by Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Perfusion Imaging.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Sep 4. pii: S0002-9149(17)31372.
PubMed Abstract available

August 2017

TAKAGI H, Ando T, Mitta S
Meta-Analysis Comparing >/=10-Year Mortality of Off-Pump Versus On-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Aug 30. pii: S0002-9149(17)31377.
PubMed Abstract available

WANDELL P, Carlsson AC, Holzmann MJ, Arnlov J, et al
Comparison of Mortality and Nonfatal Cardiovascular Events in Adults With Atrial Fibrillation With Versus Without Levothyroxine Treatment.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Aug 30. pii: S0002-9149(17)31383.
PubMed Abstract available

LEVESQUE V, Poirier P, Despres JP, Almeras N, et al
Relation Between a Simple Lifestyle Risk Score and Established Biological Risk Factors for Cardiovascular Disease.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Aug 30. pii: S0002-9149(17)31378.
PubMed Abstract available

SONG C, Sukul D, Seth M, Dupree JM, et al
Ninety-Day Readmission and Long-Term Mortality in Medicare Patients (>/=65 Years) Treated With Ticagrelor Versus Prasugrel After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (from the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Cardiovascular Consortium).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Aug 30. pii: S0002-9149(17)31379.
PubMed Abstract available

PAZ Y, Morgenstern R, Weinberg R, Chiles M, et al
Relation of Coronary Flow Reserve to Other Findings on Positron Emission Tomography Myocardial Perfusion Imaging and Left Heart Catheterization in Patients With End-stage Renal Disease Being Evaluated for Kidney Transplant.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Aug 30. pii: S0002-9149(17)31376.
PubMed Abstract available

NUDI F, Schilllaci O, Di Belardino N, Versaci F, et al
Temporal Trends in the Prevalence, Severity, and Localization of Myocardial Ischemia and Necrosis at Myocardial Perfusion Imaging After Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Aug 24. pii: S0002-9149(17)31171.
PubMed Abstract available

KURTUL A, Ozturk S
WITHDRAWN: Relation of Mean Platelet Volume-to-Lymphocyte Ratio and Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Aug 8. pii: S0002-9149(17)31290.
PubMed Abstract available

SUH Y, Lee CJ, Cho DK, Cho YH, et al
Impact of National Health Checkup Service on Hard Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Events and All-Cause Mortality in the General Population.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Aug 7. pii: S0002-9149(17)31299.
PubMed Abstract available

SHARMA K, Al Rifai M, Ahmed HM, Dardari Z, et al
Usefulness of Coronary Artery Calcium to Predict Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction in Men Versus Women (from the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Aug 7. pii: S0002-9149(17)31295.
PubMed Abstract available

ENEZATE TH, Omran J, Al-Dadah AS, Alpert M, et al
Comparison of Outcomes of ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Treated by Percutaneous Coronary Intervention During Off-Hours Versus On-Hours.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Aug 4. pii: S0002-9149(17)31288.
PubMed Abstract available

KHAN MR, Kayani WT, Ahmad W, Hira RS, et al
Meta-Analysis of Comparison of 5-Year Outcomes of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Versus Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting in Patients With Unprotected Left Main Coronary Artery in the Era of Drug-eluting Stents.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Aug 1. pii: S0002-9149(17)31221.
PubMed Abstract available

DADEKIAN G, Kaplan AV, Chang CH, Morden NE, et al
Atrial Fibrillation and Stent Selection (Bare Metal vs Drug Eluting) (from Medicare Claims).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Aug 1. pii: S0002-9149(17)31225.
PubMed Abstract available

July 2017

MATSUSHITA K, Harada K, Miyazaki T, Miyamoto T, et al
Effect of Heart Failure Secondary to Ischemic Cardiomyopathy on Body Weight and Blood Pressure.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Jul 31. pii: S0002-9149(17)31227.
PubMed Abstract available

ALENEZI F, Brummett BH, Boyle SH, Samad Z, et al
Usefulness of Myocardial Annular Velocity Change During Mental Stress to Predict Cardiovascular Outcome in Patients With Coronary Artery Disease (From the Responses of Mental Stress-Induced Myocardial Ischemia to Escitalopram Treatment Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Jul 29. pii: S0002-9149(17)31212.
PubMed Abstract available

LAMELAS P, Schwalm JD, Quazi I, Mehta S, et al
Effect of Body Mass Index on Clinical Events After Acute Coronary Syndromes.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Jul 29. pii: S0002-9149(17)31216.
PubMed Abstract available

YUDI MB, Hamilton G, Farouque O, Andrianopoulos N, et al
Trends and Impact of Door-to-Balloon Time on Clinical Outcomes in Patients Aged <75, 75 to 84, and >/=85 Years With ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Jul 28. pii: S0002-9149(17)31169.
PubMed Abstract available

CAOBELLI F, Haaf P, Chronis J, Haenny G, et al
Prognostic Usefulness of Cardiac Stress Test Modalities in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Who Underwent Myocardial Perfusion Scintigraphy (from the Basel Asymptomatic High-Risk Diabetics' Outcome Trial).
Am J Cardiol. 2017 Jul 20. pii: S0002-9149(17)31110.
PubMed Abstract available

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