Cardiology and Cardiovascular Research

Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2022

  • Epidemiology, Clinical, and Therapeutic Aspects of Chronic Coronary Syndromes in Yaounde-Cameroon: A 10-year Cross-sectional Study

    Liliane Mfeukeu-Kuate, Ba Hamadou, Jan René Nkeck, Ahmadou Musa Jingi, Albert Dipita Sosso, Jerome Boombhi, Honoré Kemnang Yemele, Alain Patrick Menanga

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2022
    Pages: 50-54
    Received: 14 March 2022
    Accepted: 6 April 2022
    Published: 20 April 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ccr.20220602.11
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    Abstract: Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are increasing worldwide with the greatest burden in low-income countries where there is a gradual epidemiologic transition from infectious diseases to non-communicable diseases. There is a paucity of data on CVDs in our setting. This study aims to describe the epidemiology, clinical, and therapeutic aspec... Show More
  • Relationship BetweenTumor Necrosis Factor Alpha, Adiponectin and Metabolic Parameters in Bantu Congolese at Brazzaville with and Without Insulin Resistance

    Danny Mafuta-Munganga, Benjamin Longo-Mbenza, Reine Freudlendrich Eboka-Loumingou Sakou, Etienne Mokondjimobe, Gombet Thierry Raoul Alexis, Moise Mvitu, Mireille Nganga, Christian Kisoka Lusunsi

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2022
    Pages: 55-59
    Received: 9 March 2022
    Accepted: 24 March 2022
    Published: 26 April 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ccr.20220602.12
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    Abstract: Back ground: Tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), adiponectin (ADP) and C-reactive protein (CRP) are associated with the risk of cardiovascular or non communicable diseases. Aims: To evaluate the association between TNF-α, ADP, CRP and metabolic markers in Congelese Bantu from Brazzaville. Methods: A cross-sectional case-control study was conducted... Show More
  • Critical Review of Subclinical Atherosclerosis: Perspectives on Medical Imaging Around the Carotid Intima Media

    Yanda Tongo Stéphane, Longo-Mbenza Benjamin, Lelo Tshikwela Michel, Makulo Risasi Jean Robert, Molua Aundu Antoine, Kisoka Lusunsi Christian, Mawalala Malengele Héritier, Monkondjimobe Etienne

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2022
    Pages: 60-74
    Received: 27 March 2022
    Accepted: 25 April 2022
    Published: 12 May 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ccr.20220602.13
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    Abstract: Background and aims: This review article was conducted for educational purposes to address a general overview of subclinical atherosclerosis, with the aim of reducing information bias with valid and reliable data around subclinical atherosclerosis with medical imaging perspectives around the carotid intima media. Methods: The steps summarizing the ... Show More
  • Feasibility and Outcome of Endovascular Management of Carotid Artery Stenosis, Egyptian Multicentric Experience

    Mohammed Alsagheer Alhewy, Mahmoud Galal, Abdelaziz Ahmed Abdelhafez

    Issue: Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2022
    Pages: 75-80
    Received: 2 May 2022
    Accepted: 20 May 2022
    Published: 26 May 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ccr.20220602.14
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    Abstract: Background: Internal carotid artery atherosclerotic stenosis is a common cause of transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) and ischemic strokes. The advance of percutaneous, endovascular therapies for vascular disease has been unremitting. Over the last several decades, but recently Endovascular management and stenting is considered one of the lines of tr... Show More