Cardiology and Cardiovascular Research

Volume 5, Issue 4, December 2021

  • Assessment of Right Ventricular Function by Speckle Tracking Echocardiography in Patients with Metabolic Syndrome

    Ibrahim Mohammed Ibrahim, Attia Morsy Shokr, Mostafa Attia Al-Sawasany

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 157-165
    Received: 21 September 2021
    Accepted: 18 October 2021
    Published: 28 October 2021
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    Abstract: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) and visceral adiposity are crucial cardio metabolic risk factors. There is evidence of subclinical left ventricular myocardial dysfunction in individuals with metabolic syndrome (MetS). However, the effect of MetS on the right ventricle (RV) is yet unknown. By using 2D Speckle Tracking Echocardiography, we investigated the... Show More
  • Carotid Atherosclerosis in Asymptomatic Patients with at Least One Cardiovascular Risk Factor: A Cross-Sectional Study in Yaounde, Cameroon

    Liliane Mfeukeu-Kuate, Honoré Yemele Kemnang, Christine Fahrida Ngalla, Ahmadou Musa Jingi, Eric Savom, Jean Claude Mballa Amougou, Ba Hamadou, Bernadette Ngo Nonga, Alain Patrick Menanga

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 166-171
    Received: 8 October 2021
    Accepted: 29 October 2021
    Published: 10 November 2021
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    Abstract: Introduction: Atherosclerosis is a leading cause of vascular disease worldwide. One of its main locations is in the carotid artery which is implicated in 20% of ischemic strokes. This study aimed to determine the frequency of carotid atherosclerosis in a group of asymptomatic patients with at least one cardiovascular risk factor. Methodology: This ... Show More
  • Simulation of Altered Blood Flow in Bicuspid Aortic Valve Disease: A Proof of Concept Study

    Lewis Holmes, George Black, Richmond Jeremy, Rachael Cordina, David Celermajer, Srinivas Karkenahalli, Rajesh Puranik

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 172-175
    Received: 18 September 2021
    Accepted: 1 November 2021
    Published: 17 November 2021
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    Abstract: Background: Bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) is a common congenital heart disease which is associated with aortic dilatation. There is controversy in the literature regarding the various measures of the biomechanical properties of the aorta in these patients and their relationship to aortic dilatation. The present study aimed to assess both conventional... Show More
  • A Randomized Study Comparing Patency of Infarction Related Vessel at Time of Primary PCI in Patients Who Received Streptokinase and Who Did Not

    Nura Ibrahim Maiyadi, Mostafa Attia Al Sawasany, Hatem Abdelateif Kholeif

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 176-182
    Received: 24 October 2021
    Accepted: 9 November 2021
    Published: 17 November 2021
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    Abstract: Coronary blood flow in an infarct related artery (IRA) in patients that had streptokinase (SK), as the fibrinolytic of choice before percutaneous intervention (PCI), in comparison to the blood flow in patients that underwent primary percutaneous intervention (PPCI) has not been well understood or considered for studies in recent times. All patients... Show More
  • Effect of Complete Revascularization vs. Staged PCI of Secondary Lesion on LV Systolic Function in Patient with STEMI

    Mostafa Attia Al-Sawasany

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 183-193
    Received: 24 October 2021
    Accepted: 11 November 2021
    Published: 23 November 2021
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    Abstract: After a myocardial infarction, early restoration of normal coronary perfusion reduces infract size, preserves left ventricular function, and lowers mortality. Reperfusion therapy's major goal is to not only restore the culprit epicardial vessel's patency, but also to reperfuse tissue to preserve myocyte viability and hence LV function. The pathophy... Show More
  • Reducing the Incidence of Cardiovascular Disease in North China by Healthy Dieting

    Zhao Xi Lin, Ting Wen Xie, Liang Li

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 194-197
    Received: 13 October 2021
    Accepted: 30 October 2021
    Published: 27 November 2021
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    Abstract: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the most deadly diseases globally. In recent years, the incidence rate and the fatality rate of CAD has ranked first in China. CAD not only seriously damage public’s health but also cause property losses to patients’ family and the society. Therefore, the factors that affect the incidence of CAD are considered... Show More
  • Multicenter Long Term Experience with Management of TASC II C, D Femoropopliteal Occlusive Disease Drug Coated Versus Uncoated Ballon Angioplasty

    Mohammad Alsagheer Alhewy, Abdelaziz Ahmed Abdelhafez, Ehab Abdelmoneim Ghazala

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 198-203
    Received: 4 November 2021
    Accepted: 24 November 2021
    Published: 2 December 2021
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    Abstract: Backgroud: The use of drug-coated balloons for the treatment of TransAtlantic Inter-Society Consensus TASC-II C, D femoro-popliteal lesions has become widespread in recent years. Drug-coated balloons promise to minimize the rates of restenosis by effective delivery of antiproliferative agent (paclitaxel) directly to vessel wall without the need for... Show More
  • Correlation Between Coronary Calcium Scoring and Duke’s Treadmill Score in Patients with Normal Myocardial Perfusion Imaging SPECT

    Abd Al Aziz Mohie Al Deen Abd Al Aziz, Mohamed Abou Mandour Ali, Ayman El Saeed Saddek, Adel Hassan Allam

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 204-210
    Received: 9 November 2021
    Accepted: 24 November 2021
    Published: 2 December 2021
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    Abstract: Background: Stress myocardial perfusion imaging (MPI) is a highly valuable test in the evaluation and risk stratification of ischemic heart disease. However, negative stress MPI does not exclude coronary atherosclerosis. The Coronary artery calcium (CAC) score is a validated simple test in the evaluation of coronary atherosclerosis. Our goal was to... Show More
  • Prevalence of Hypertension and Associated Factors Among Bank Workers in Harar Town, Eastern Ethiopia

    Hailu Dagne, Tilaye Gebru, Yalew Mossie

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 211-218
    Received: 12 November 2021
    Accepted: 30 November 2021
    Published: 11 December 2021
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    Abstract: Background: Hypertension is one of the leading causes of the global burden of disease. It is being the root cause of many of the body system and organs failure remains to be a major public health challenge globally. Epidemiological studies have shown that sedentary lifestyles and stress are important risk factors for hypertension. The job of bank W... Show More
  • Adherence to Antihypertensive Treatment and Associated Factors in Semi-urban Area in North Togo

    Tchaa Tcherou, Komlavi Yayehd, Machihuede Pio, Doguensaga Borgatia Atta, Mario Abalo Bakai, Tchalla Yowdema Abena, Findibe Damorou

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 219-224
    Received: 1 November 2021
    Accepted: 6 December 2021
    Published: 24 December 2021
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    Abstract: Background. The purpose of this study was to determine the rate of non-adherence to antihypertensive therapy and to investigate factors that may explain this non-adherence. Methods. This is a cross-sectional study conducted from March to December 2017 in two public hospitals in the city of Kara. It included hypertensive patients known to have been ... Show More
  • Global Cardiovscular Risk and Vascular Age in Patients with Ischemic Cardiopatia at the Kara University Hospital (Kara-U H)

    Machihude Pio, Tchaa Tcherou, Doguénsaga Borgotia Atta, Lihanimpo Djalogue, Abalo Mario Bakai, Bénédicte Souho, Yaovi Mignazonzon Afassinou, Soulemane Pessinaba, Wiyaou Dieu-Donné Kaziga

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4, December 2021
    Pages: 225-229
    Received: 17 November 2021
    Accepted: 16 December 2021
    Published: 29 December 2021
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    Abstract: Introduction: Ischemic heart disease, which used to be infrequent in African countries, has become a leading cause of cardiovascular morbidity. Objectives: To determine the frequency of cardiovascular risk factors, to calculate the level of cardiovascular risk in patients with ischemic heart disease, and to compare the calendar age and vascular age... Show More