Cardiology and Cardiovascular Research

Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2021

  • Electrocardiographic and Echocardiographic Changes in Cameroonian Hypertensive Patients

    Olivier Pancha Mbouemboue, Herman Cabrel Ngangao, Wavoulansa Zourmba, Ahmadou Hayatou

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2021
    Pages: 57-60
    Received: 6 April 2021
    Accepted: 22 April 2021
    Published: 8 May 2021
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    Abstract: High blood pressure is a major cardiovascular risk factor. It has repercussions on the heart, which can be easily assessed by non-invasive examinations. The objective of this study was to describe electrocardiographic and echocardiographic abnormalities in hypertensive patients under follow up at the Ngaoundere Regional Hospital, (Cameroon). The st... Show More
  • Platelet to Lymphocyte Ratio as a Predictor of Infarct-Related Artery Patency in Patients Undergoing Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention

    Abdalla Mostafa Kamal, Mona Fikry Fathy, Ghada Mahmoud Soltan

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2021
    Pages: 61-66
    Received: 15 April 2021
    Accepted: 3 May 2021
    Published: 14 May 2021
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    Abstract: Background: In myocardial infarction (MI) patients, myocardial reperfusion and subsequently, early infarct related artery (IRA) patency are very critical in this emergency situation. Recently, there is growing research on the ability of platelet to lymphocyte ratio (PLR) to be a predictor of outcome and its value as a marker for inflammation and co... Show More
  • Use of CTFFR and CTCA to Diagnose and Triage Patients of INOCA: A Retrospective Study

    Atul Kapoor, Goldaa Mahajan, Aprajita Kapur

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2021
    Pages: 67-73
    Received: 18 April 2021
    Accepted: 7 May 2021
    Published: 14 May 2021
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    Abstract: Objectives: INOCA (Ischemia in non- obstructive coronary arteries) has been recognized as a global health problem and poses a diagnostic challenge to establish the diagnosis which involves first ruling out obstructive coronary artery disease by the use of CT coronary angiography (CTCA) or an invasive angiogram. Second step involves the use of intra... Show More
  • Hospital Prevalence of Arterial Hypertension in the Cardiology Department of National Reference Teaching Hospital

    Abdel-madjid Zakaria Zakaria, Adam Ahamat Ali, Foksouna Sakadi, Allawaye Lucien, Toure Ali Ibrahim

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2021
    Pages: 74-77
    Received: 8 March 2021
    Accepted: 25 March 2021
    Published: 21 May 2021
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    Abstract: Introduction: Arterial hypertension is a frequent pathology in cardiology consultations in Chad. We report these observations with the aim of determining the prevalence of arterial hypertension in cardiological consultation at the National Reference University Hospital in N’Djamena. Methodology: We conducted an 8-month retrospective study from Sept... Show More
  • Cardio-Cerebral Infarction Syndrome (CCIS): Definition, Diagnosis, Pathophysiology and Treatment

    Mohammed Habib

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2021
    Pages: 78-87
    Received: 15 May 2021
    Accepted: 29 May 2021
    Published: 7 June 2021
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    Abstract: Acute ischemic stroke (AIS) and coronary artery disease are the major causes of death in Palestine and in the world. Ischemic stroke and acute coronary syndrome have similar vascular risk factors and may evolve as a complication of the respective other disease. The prevalence of coronary artery disease has been reported in one fifth of stroke patie... Show More
  • Impact of Sleep Duration and Quality on the Burden of Diabetes Among Urban and Rural Community Dwellers in Cameroon

    Daniel Lemogoum, William Ngatchou, Philippe Van de Borne, Basile Essola, Thierry Messomo, Marc Dandji, Jean Paul Degaute, Marc Leeman, Michel P. Hermans

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2021
    Pages: 88-93
    Received: 2 May 2021
    Accepted: 3 June 2021
    Published: 15 June 2021
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    Abstract: Background: Sleep disorders are known to be linked with numerous cardiovascular comorbidities including type 2 diabetes mellitus. The prevalence and impact of sleep quality and duration on diabetes in the Cameroonian population is not well established. This study evaluates the isolated and combined contribution of two aspects of sleep (duration and... Show More
  • First Case Report of Transvenous Pacemaker Placement in a Patient with Congenital Absence of the Clavicles Due to Cleidocranial Dysplasia

    Krista Diane Niezwaag, Benjamin James Kotur, Andrew David Michaels

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2021
    Pages: 94-96
    Received: 12 May 2021
    Accepted: 2 June 2021
    Published: 15 June 2021
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    Abstract: Cleidocranial dysplasia is a rare, autosomal dominant disease that is associated with clavicular absence or hypoplasia. Permanent pacemakers are most commonly implanted using percutaneous subclavian venous access. The clavicle is typically used as a bony landmark to guide venous access. Transvenous pacemaker implantation in the setting of clavicula... Show More
  • Curative and Preventive Treatment for Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Targeting Multiple Etiology

    Josefino Ballesteros Tunac

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2021
    Pages: 97-119
    Received: 19 May 2021
    Accepted: 31 May 2021
    Published: 15 June 2021
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    Abstract: Gene deficient or knockout (KO) mice and rabbits are models of atherosclerosis focusing on cholesterol plaques, which do not reflect the complex etiology of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Inhibiting the 3-hydroxy-3-methyl-glutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase or the proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9) reduce cholesterol levels bu... Show More
  • Prevalence of Stroke, Coronary Artery Disease, Arrhythmias and Heart Failure: A Community-Based Study in Northern Cameroon

    Olivier Pancha Mbouemboue, Jacques Olivier Ngoufack Tsougmo, Astride Houmkoua, Daouda Alim

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2021
    Pages: 120-124
    Received: 4 May 2021
    Accepted: 3 June 2021
    Published: 16 June 2021
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    Abstract: Data on the cardiovascular disease epidemiology in Northern Cameroon remain insufficient. This study aimed at assessing the prevalence of stroke, coronary artery disease (CAD), arrhythmias and heart failure among the Ngaoundere population. This was a community-based study conducted in Ngaoundere from March to June 2018. The study population consist... Show More
  • Myocardial Infarction in an Adolescent Fontan Patient Who Consumed Energy Drinks on a Daily Basis and Stopped Thromboprophylaxis: A Case Report

    Christoph Bauer, Natascha Pramhofer, Mouhamad El Haj-Moustafa, Gerald Tulzer

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2021
    Pages: 125-128
    Received: 6 May 2021
    Accepted: 26 May 2021
    Published: 26 June 2021
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    Abstract: Patients with single ventricle type congenital heart disease show a variety of risk factors for thromboembolic complications leading to stroke, pulmonary embolism and rarely myocardial ischemia. Energy drink consumption has been associated with adverse effects on vascular function and coagulation and may increase the risk. We report a case of a 14-... Show More