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Anomalous origin of the left circumflex artery from right sinus of Valsalva: a rare case but with great clinical relevance. COR ET VASA 2023. [DOI: 10.33678/cor.2022.063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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PaceMaker lead and atrial thrombosis, a rare event but of high clinical importance. COR ET VASA 2022. [DOI: 10.33678/cor.2021.100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Tako-tsubo syndrome and atrial fibrillation. New trigger for cardiomyopathy. A clinical case. COR ET VASA 2022. [DOI: 10.33678/cor.2021.107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Upregulation of Potassium Voltage-Gated Channel Subfamily J Member 2 Levels in the Lungs of Patients with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. Can Respir J 2020; 2020:3406530. [PMID: 32184906 PMCID: PMC7061125 DOI: 10.1155/2020/3406530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2019] [Accepted: 01/23/2020] [Indexed: 01/23/2023] Open
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Background Fibroblast dysfunction is the main pathogenic mechanism underpinning idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Potassium voltage-gated channel subfamily J member 2 (KCNJ2) plays critical roles in the proliferation of myofibroblasts and in the development of cardiac fibrosis. Objectives This study aimed to evaluate the role of KCNJ2 in IPF. Methods KCNJ2 mRNA expression was measured using real-time PCR in fibroblasts from IPF patients and normal controls (NCs). Protein concentrations were measured by ELISA in bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid obtained from NCs (n = 30), IPF (n = 30), IPF (n = 30), IPF (n = 30), IPF (n = 30), IPF ( Results KCNJ2 mRNA expression was measured using real-time PCR in fibroblasts from IPF patients and normal controls (NCs). Protein concentrations were measured by ELISA in bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid obtained from NCs (n = 30), IPF (n = 30), IPF (p < 0.001). KCNJ2 protein levels in BAL fluid were significantly higher in IPF (6.587 [1.441–26.01] ng/mL) than in NCs (0.084 [0.00–0.260] ng/mL, p < 0.001). KCNJ2 protein levels in BAL fluid were significantly higher in IPF (6.587 [1.441–26.01] ng/mL) than in NCs (0.084 [0.00–0.260] ng/mL, p < 0.001). KCNJ2 protein levels in BAL fluid were significantly higher in IPF (6.587 [1.441–26.01] ng/mL) than in NCs (0.084 [0.00–0.260] ng/mL, p < 0.001). KCNJ2 protein levels in BAL fluid were significantly higher in IPF (6.587 [1.441–26.01] ng/mL) than in NCs (0.084 [0.00–0.260] ng/mL, p < 0.001). KCNJ2 protein levels in BAL fluid were significantly higher in IPF (6.587 [1.441–26.01] ng/mL) than in NCs (0.084 [0.00–0.260] ng/mL, Conclusion KCNJ2 may participate in the development of IPF, and its protein level may be a candidate diagnostic and therapeutic molecule for IPF.
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Defining primary systemic sclerosis heart involvement: A scoping literature review. Semin Arthritis Rheum 2019; 48:874-887. [DOI: 10.1016/j.semarthrit.2018.07.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2018] [Revised: 07/09/2018] [Accepted: 07/20/2018] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Agrawal A, Verma I, Shah V, Agarwal A, Sikachi RR. Cardiac manifestations of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Intractable Rare Dis Res 2016; 5:70-5. [PMID: 27195188 PMCID: PMC4869585 DOI: 10.5582/irdr.2016.01023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a chronic, progressive, parenchymal disease of the lung with an estimated prevalence of 14-43 per 100,000. Patient usually presents with coughing and exertional dyspnea, which can lead to acute respiratory failure. IPF has been associated with various co-morbidities such as lung cancer, emphysema, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), GERD and multiple cardiovascular consequences. The cardiovascular manifestations of IPF include pulmonary hypertension, heart failure, coronary artery disease, cardiac arrhythmias & cardiac manifestations of drugs used to treat IPF. This review will outline evidence of the association between IPF and cardiovascular conditions and attempt to provide insights into the underlying pathophysiology. We also discuss the impact of these cardiovascular diseases on patients with IPF including increased morbidity and mortality.
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- Abhinav Agrawal
- Department of Medicine, Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, New Jersey, USA
- Address correspondence to: Dr. Abhinav Agrawal, Department of Medicine, Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, New Jersey, USA 07740. E-mail: ,
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- Department of Medicine, Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, New Jersey, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Miami/JFK Medical Center Palm Beach Regional GME Consortium, Atlantis, Florida, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Cooper University Hospital, Camden, New Jersey, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Lilavati Hospital & Research Center, Mumbai, India
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Scarano M, Pezzuoli F, Torrisi G, Calvagna G, Patanè S. Cardiovascular implantable electronic device infective endocarditis. Int J Cardiol 2014; 173:e38-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2014.03.075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2014] [Accepted: 03/12/2014] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Scarano M, Parato VM, Labanti B, Imbalzano E. Stress status and ventricular fibrillation in long QT syndrome. Int J Cardiol 2014; 172:e438-40. [PMID: 24447737 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2013.12.165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2013] [Accepted: 12/30/2013] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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- M Scarano
- Cardiology Unit, Emergency Dept, Madonna del Soccorso Hospital, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy
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- Cardiology Unit, Emergency Dept, Madonna del Soccorso Hospital, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy
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- Cardiology Unit, Emergency Dept, Madonna del Soccorso Hospital, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy
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- Departement of Internal Medicine, University of Messina, Italy.
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Imbalzano E, Ceravolo R, Di Stefano R, Vatrano M, Saitta A. Treatment failure of low molecular weight heparin bridging therapy in atrial fibrillation after acute coronary syndrome. Int J Cardiol 2014; 171:289-91. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2013.11.079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2013] [Accepted: 11/23/2013] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Imbalzano E, Di Bella G, Casale M, Boretti I, Manganaro R, Lamari A, Dattilo G. Angina pectoris: first manifestation of a left atrial myxoma. Int J Cardiol 2014; 172:e165-6. [PMID: 24411919 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2013.12.059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2013] [Accepted: 12/22/2013] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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- E Imbalzano
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Italy
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- U.O. of UTIC and Cardiology, Hospital of Urbino, ASUR 1 Marche, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Italy.
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Renal denervation and hypertension resistant drug treatment in patient with renal artery accessory. Int J Cardiol 2014; 171:e8-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2013.11.060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2013] [Accepted: 11/25/2013] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Treatment failure of low molecular weight heparin in post-surgery orthopedic case. Int J Cardiol 2013; 169:e36-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2013.08.109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2013] [Accepted: 08/29/2013] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Tulino D, Imbalzano E, Casale M, D'Angelo M, Coglitore S, Di Bella G, Dattilo G. Treatment failure of low molecular weight heparin in diabetic patient. Int J Cardiol 2013; 168:e63-4. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2013.07.064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2013] [Accepted: 07/03/2013] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Imbalzano E, Trapani G, Creazzo M, Lizio G, Saitta A. Coronary artery disease in radiotherapy. Int J Cardiol 2013; 168:e125-6. [PMID: 23993725 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2013.08.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2013] [Accepted: 08/03/2013] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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- E Imbalzano
- Department of Internal Medicine and Medical Therapy, University of Messina, Italy.
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Cardiac arrhythmias are important contributors to morbidity and mortality in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Such patients manifest a substrate resulting from altered autonomics, repolarization abnormalities, and ischemia. Supraventricular arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation and flutter are associated with worsened outcomes, and maintenance of sinus rhythm is a goal. Sudden death is a relatively common issue, though the contribution of malignant ventricular arrhythmias versus bradyarrhythmias differs from non-PAH patients. Congenital heart disease patients with PAH benefit from catheter ablation of medically refractory arrhythmias. Clinical studies of defibrillator/pacemaker therapy for primary prevention against sudden death in PAH patients are lacking.
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- Archana Rajdev
- Department of Medicine, Section of Cardiology, Danbury Hospital, Danbury, CT, USA
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Current world literature. Curr Opin Rheumatol 2012; 24:694-702. [PMID: 23018859 DOI: 10.1097/bor.0b013e328359ee5b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Patanè S, Sturiale M, Marte F, Rizzo C, Buonamonte S. Right bundle branch block with changing axis at the end of atrial fibrillation. Int J Cardiol 2012; 157:e1-2. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2010.09.068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2010] [Accepted: 09/26/2010] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Patan S, Marte F, Sturiale M. Left bundle branch block with changing axis deviation. Int J Cardiol 2012; 156:e25-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2010.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2009] [Accepted: 01/07/2010] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Patanè S, Marte F, Sturiale M. Left bundle branch block and changing axis deviation during acute myocardial infarction. Int J Cardiol 2012; 155:e39-41. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2009.12.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2009] [Accepted: 12/04/2009] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Patan S, Marte F, Sturiale M. Revelation of changing axis deviation at the end of atrial fibrillation without acute myocardial infarction. Int J Cardiol 2012; 155:e19-21. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2009.10.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2009] [Accepted: 10/17/2009] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Patan S, Marte F, Sturiale M. Revelation of changing axis deviation at the end of atrial fibrillation associated with endogenous subclinical hyperthyroidism. Int J Cardiol 2012; 155:e1-4. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2009.10.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2009] [Accepted: 10/13/2009] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Patan S, Marte F, Dattilo G, Sturiale M. Acute myocardial infarction and left bundle branch block with changing axis deviation. Int J Cardiol 2012; 154:e47-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2009.03.128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2009] [Accepted: 03/29/2009] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Patanè S, Marte F, Dattilo G, Sturiale M. Changing axis deviation during atrial fibrillation. Int J Cardiol 2012; 154:e1-3. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2009.03.107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2009] [Accepted: 03/24/2009] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Right bundle branch block with revelation of changing axis deviation at the end of atrial fibrillation. Int J Cardiol 2009; 137:e54-6. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2009.04.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2009] [Accepted: 04/11/2009] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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