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Caspersen CK, Ingemann-Molden S, Grove EL, Højen AA, Andreasen J, Klok FA, Rolving N. Performance-based outcome measures for assessing physical capacity in patients with pulmonary embolism: A scoping review. Thromb Res 2024; 235:52-67. [PMID: 38301376 DOI: 10.1016/j.thromres.2024.01.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2023] [Revised: 12/22/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 02/03/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Up to 50 % of patients surviving a pulmonary embolism (PE) report persisting shortness of breath, reduced physical capacity and psychological distress. As the PE population is heterogeneous compared to other cardiovascular patient groups, outcome measures for assessing physical capacity traditionally used in cardiac populations may not be reliable for the PE population as a whole. This scoping review aims to 1) map performance-based outcome measures (PBOMs) used for assessing physical capacity in PE research, and 2) to report the psychometric properties of the identified PBOMs in a PE population. METHODS The review was conducted according to the Joanna Briggs Institute framework for scoping reviews and reported according to the PRISMA-Extension for Scoping Reviews guideline. RESULTS The systematic search of five databases identified 4585 studies, of which 243 studies met the inclusion criteria. Of these, 185 studies focused on a subgroup of patients with chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension. Ten different PBOMs were identified in the included studies. The 6-minute walk test (6MWT) and cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPET) were the most commonly used, followed by the (Modified) Bruce protocol and Incremental Shuttle Walk test. No studies reported psychometric properties of any of the identified PBOMs in a PE population. CONCLUSIONS Publication of studies measuring physical capacity within PE populations has increased significantly over the past 5-10 years. Still, not one study was identified, reporting the validity, reliability, or responsiveness for any of the identified PBOMs in a PE population. This should be a priority for future research in the field.
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, Aalborg University Hospital, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark; Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Health Science and Technology, Aalborg University, Denmark; Department of Cardiology, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, Aalborg University Hospital, Denmark; Department of Health Science and Technology, Aalborg University, Denmark; Aalborg Health and Rehabilitation Centre, Aalborg Municipality, Denmark
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- Department of Medicine - Thrombosis and Hemostasis, Leiden University Medical Center, the Netherlands
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, Aarhus University Hospital, Denmark; Department of Public Health, Aarhus University, Denmark.
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Corona Gutierrez AA, Rosas Gomez ESM, Camarena Pulido EE, Lopez Aceves LJ, Robledo Aceves M, Bañuelos Avila AJ. Obstetric pulmonary embolism and long-term cardiovascular symptoms: a cross-sectional study in Western Mexico. J Perinat Med 2024; 52:181-185. [PMID: 38114463 DOI: 10.1515/jpm-2023-0034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/21/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Pulmonary embolism (PE) is an important cause of maternal mortality. There are several guidelines for its diagnosis and management, but there is little information regarding follow-up and frequency of long-term complications. The aim of the study was to determine the frequency of long-term cardiovascular symptoms in patients who had obstetric PE. METHODS Cross-sectional study including patients who had PE during pregnancy or the puerperium. A telephone interview was conducted at least one year after PE, to determine the frequency of cardiovascular symptoms, general health, and COVID-19 infection, considering the study was conducted during the 2020 pandemic. RESULTS In five years (2015-2019) there were eleven patients with PE, two died during the acute phase, and the rest (nine) were alive and able to answer our interview. Cardiovascular symptoms were common (6, 67 %), the most frequent were fatigue, edema, and mild dyspnea. Four patients (44 %) had slight limitation of physical activity and one (11 %) had PE recurrence. Of the six symptomatic patients four had obesity and one was overweight. CONCLUSIONS There is a high frequency of long-term cardiovascular symptoms in patients who had PE during pregnancy or the puerperium. Stronger evidence is needed to design a long-term care pathway after obstetric PE.
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- America Aime Corona Gutierrez
- Obstetrics Department, Nuevo Hospital Civil de Guadalajara Dr. Juan I Menchaca, Guadalajara, Mexico
- Health Science Universitary Center, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico
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- Obstetrics Department, Nuevo Hospital Civil de Guadalajara Dr. Juan I Menchaca, Guadalajara, Mexico
- Health Science Universitary Center, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico
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- Obstetrics Department, Nuevo Hospital Civil de Guadalajara Dr. Juan I Menchaca, Guadalajara, Mexico
- Health Science Universitary Center, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico
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- Obstetrics Department, Nuevo Hospital Civil de Guadalajara Dr. Juan I Menchaca, Guadalajara, Mexico
- Health Science Universitary Center, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico
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- Clinical Research Multidisciplinary Group, Nuevo Hospital Civil de Guadalajara Dr. Juan I Menchaca, Guadalajara, Mexico
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Bastas D, Brandão LR, Vincelli J, Wilson D, Perrem L, Guerra V, Wong G, Bentley RF, Tole S, Schneiderman JE, Amiri N, Williams S, Avila ML. Long-term outcomes of pulmonary embolism in children and adolescents. Blood 2024; 143:631-640. [PMID: 38134357 DOI: 10.1182/blood.2023021953] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2023] [Revised: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 11/06/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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ABSTRACT Knowledge regarding the long-term consequences of pulmonary embolism (PE) in children is limited. This cohort study describes the long-term outcomes of PE in children who were followed-up at a single-center institution using a local protocol that included clinical evaluation, chest imaging, echocardiography, pulmonary function tests, and cardiopulmonary exercise tests at follow-up, starting 3 to 6 months after acute PE. Children objectively diagnosed with PE at age 0 to 18 years, who had ≥6 months of follow-up were included. Study outcomes consisted of PE resolution, PE recurrence, death, and functional outcomes (dyspnea, impaired pulmonary or cardiac function, impaired aerobic capacity, and post-PE syndrome). The frequency of outcomes was compared between patients with/without underlying conditions. In total, 150 patients were included; median age at PE was 16 years (25th-75th percentile, 14-17 years); 61% had underlying conditions. PE did not resolve in 29%, recurrence happened in 9%, and death in 5%. One-third of patients had at least 1 documented abnormal functional finding at follow-up (ventilatory impairments, 31%; impaired aerobic capacity, 31%; dyspnea, 26%; and abnormal diffusing capacity of the lungs to carbon monoxide, 22%). Most abnormalities were transient. When alternative explanations for the impairments were considered, the frequency of post-PE syndrome was lower, ranging between 0.7% and 8.5%. Patients with underlying conditions had significantly higher recurrence, more pulmonary function and ventilatory impairments, and poorer exercise capacity. Exercise intolerance was, in turn, most frequently because of deconditioning than to respiratory or cardiac limitation, highlighting the importance of physical activity promotion in children with PE.
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- Denise Bastas
- Child Health Evaluative Sciences, Research Institute, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Child Health Evaluative Sciences, Research Institute, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Division of Hematology/Oncology, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of Respiratory Medicine, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of Respiratory Medicine, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of Cardiology, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Child Health Evaluative Sciences, Research Institute, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital, London Health Sciences Centre, London, ON, Canada
- Department of Pediatrics, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, London, ON, Canada
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- Division of Respiratory Medicine, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Child Health Evaluative Sciences, Research Institute, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Child Health Evaluative Sciences, Research Institute, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Division of Hematology/Oncology, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Manco-Johnson MJ. Life after pediatric pulmonary embolism. Blood 2024; 143:569-570. [PMID: 38358847 DOI: 10.1182/blood.2023023264] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/17/2024] Open
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Lyhne MD, Witkin AS, Dasegowda G, Tanayan C, Kalra MK, Dudzinski DM. Evaluating cardiopulmonary function following acute pulmonary embolism. Expert Rev Cardiovasc Ther 2022; 20:747-760. [PMID: 35920239 DOI: 10.1080/14779072.2022.2108789] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/16/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Pulmonary embolism is a common cause of cardiopulmonary mortality and morbidity worldwide. Survivors of acute pulmonary embolism may experience dyspnea, report reduced exercise capacity, or develop overt pulmonary hypertension. Clinicians must be alert for these phenomena and appreciate the modalities and investigations available for evaluation. AREAS COVERED In this review, the current understanding of available contemporary imaging and physiologic modalities is discussed, based on available literature and professional society guidelines. The purpose of the review is to provide clinicians with an overview of these modalities, their strengths and disadvantages, and how and when these investigations can support the clinical work-up of patients post-pulmonary embolism. EXPERT OPINION Echocardiography is a first test in symptomatic patients post-pulmonary embolism, with ventilation/perfusion scanning vital to determination of whether there is chronic residual emboli. The role of computed tomography and magnetic resonance in assessing the pulmonary arterial tree in post-pulmonary embolism patients is evolving. Functional testing, in particular cardiopulmonary exercise testing, is emerging as an important modality to quantify and determine cause of functional limitation. It is possible that future investigations of the post-pulmonary embolism recovery period will better inform treatment decisions for acute pulmonary embolism patients.
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- Mads Dam Lyhne
- Department of Cardiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital and Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Denmark
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine and Critical Care, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Cardiovascular Performance Program, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Cardiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Echocardiography Laboratory, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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Jervan Ø, Gleditsch J, Tavoly M, Klok FA, Rashid D, Holst R, Steine K, Stavem K, Ghanima W. Pulmonary and cardiac variables associated with persistent dyspnea after pulmonary embolism. Thromb Res 2021; 201:90-99. [PMID: 33662800 DOI: 10.1016/j.thromres.2021.02.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2020] [Revised: 01/12/2021] [Accepted: 02/09/2021] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Persistent dyspnea is common in follow-up after pulmonary embolism (PE), but the underlying mechanisms are poorly understood. MATERIAL AND METHODS This cross-sectional study included subjects aged 18-75 years with confirmed PE by computed tomography pulmonary angiography (CTPA) 6-72 months earlier. A total of 180 participants underwent clinical examination, incremental shuttle walk test, laboratory tests, transthoracic echocardiography, pulmonary function tests and ventilation/perfusion scintigraphy. In further analysis, we divided participants into two groups; "dyspnea" or "no dyspnea", based on interview and questionnaires at inclusion. The association of cardiac and pulmonary variables with persistent dyspnea was assessed using multiple logistic regression analysis. RESULTS In total, 44% (95% CI: 39%-51%) of the participants reported persistent dyspnea after PE. Age (adjusted odds ratio (aOR) 0.93 per year, 95% CI: 0.90-0.97, P = 0.001), body mass index (BMI) (aOR 1.14 per kg/m2, 95% CI: 1.04-1.25, P = 0.004), recurrent venous thromboembolism (VTE) (aOR 3.69, 95% CI: 1.45-9.38, P = 0.006) and diffusion capacity of the lung for carbon monoxide (DLCO) (aOR 0.95 per increase of 1%, 95% CI: 0.92-0.98, P = 0.001) were independently associated with persistent dyspnea. CONCLUSIONS Persistent dyspnea was prevalent after PE. Age, BMI and recurrent VTE were independently associated with dyspnea. Apart from reduced DLCO, no other cardiac or pulmonary variables were associated with persistent dyspnea.
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- Øyvind Jervan
- Department of Cardiology, Østfold Hospital, Kalnes, Norway; Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway.
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- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway; Department of Radiology, Østfold Hospital, Kalnes, Norway
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- Department of Medicine, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Medicine - Thrombosis and Hemostasis, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Department of Radiology, Østfold Hospital, Kalnes, Norway
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- Department of Biostatistics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway; Department of Cardiology, Akershus University Hospital, Lørenskog, Norway
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- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway; Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Akershus University Hospital, Lørenskog, Norway; Health Services Research Unit, Akershus University Hospital, Lørenskog, Norway
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- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway; Division of Medicine, Østfold Hospital, Kalnes, Norway; Dept of hematology, Oslo University hospital, Oslo, Norway
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Boon GJAM, Huisman MV, Klok FA. Determinants and Management of the Post-Pulmonary Embolism Syndrome. Semin Respir Crit Care Med 2021; 42:299-307. [PMID: 33548930 DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1722964] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Acute pulmonary embolism (PE) is not only a serious and potentially life-threatening disease in the acute phase, in recent years it has become evident that it may also have a major impact on a patient's daily life in the long run. Persistent dyspnea and impaired functional status are common, occurring in up to 50% of PE survivors, and have been termed the post-PE syndrome (PPES). Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension is the most feared cause of post-PE dyspnea. When pulmonary hypertension is ruled out, cardiopulmonary exercise testing can play a central role in investigating the potential causes of persistent symptoms, including chronic thromboembolic pulmonary disease or other cardiopulmonary conditions. Alternatively, it is important to realize that post-PE cardiac impairment or post-PE functional limitations, including deconditioning, are present in a large proportion of patients. Health-related quality of life is strongly influenced by PPES, which emphasizes the importance of persistent limitations after an episode of acute PE. In this review, physiological determinants and the diagnostic management of persistent dyspnea after acute PE are elucidated.
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- Gudula J A M Boon
- Department of Thrombosis and Hemostasis, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Department of Thrombosis and Hemostasis, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Department of Thrombosis and Hemostasis, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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Piazza G, Sterling KM, Tapson VF, Ouriel K, Sharp ASP, Liu PY, Goldhaber SZ. One-Year Echocardiographic, Functional, and Quality of Life Outcomes After Ultrasound-Facilitated Catheter-Based Fibrinolysis for Pulmonary Embolism. Circ Cardiovasc Interv 2020; 13:e009012. [PMID: 32757658 PMCID: PMC7434215 DOI: 10.1161/circinterventions.120.009012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Accelerated tPA (tissue-type plasminogen activator) dosing regimens for ultrasound-facilitated, catheter-directed fibrinolysis improve short-term computed tomographic-measured right ventricular (RV)-to-left ventricular diameter ratio in massive and submassive pulmonary embolism. The impact on RV remodeling, functional status, and quality of life over the long-term remains unclear.
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- Gregory Piazza
- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA (G.P.)
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology, INOVA Alexandria Hospital, VA (K.M.S.)
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Lutsey PL, Windham BG, Misialek JR, Cushman M, Kucharska-Newton A, Basu S, Folsom AR. Long-Term Association of Venous Thromboembolism With Frailty, Physical Functioning, and Quality of Life: The Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study. J Am Heart Assoc 2020; 9:e015656. [PMID: 32476561 PMCID: PMC7429054 DOI: 10.1161/jaha.119.015656] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Background Relatively little is known about the long‐term consequences of venous thromboembolism (VTE) on physical functioning. We compared long‐term frailty status, physical function, and quality of life among survivors of VTE with survivors of coronary heart disease (CHD) and stroke, and with those without these diseases. Methods and Results Cases of VTE, CHD, and stroke were continuously identified since ARIC (Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study) recruitment during 1987 to 1989. Functional measures were objectively captured at ARIC clinic visits 5 (2011–2013) and 6 (2016–2017); quality of life was self‐reported. The 6161 participants at visit 5 were, on average, 75.7 (range, 66–90) years of age. By visit 5, 3.2% had had a VTE, 6.9% CHD, and 3.4% stroke. Compared with those without any of these conditions, VTE survivors were more likely to be frail (odds ratio [OR], 3.11; 95% CI, 1.80–5.36) and have low (<10) versus good scores on the Short Physical Performance Battery (OR, 3.59; 95% CI, 2.36–5.47). They also had slower gait speed, less endurance, and lower physical quality of life. VTE survivors were similar to coronary heart disease and stroke survivors on categorical frailty and outcomes on Short Physical Performance Battery assessment. When score on the Short Physical Performance Battery instrument was modeled continuously, VTE survivors performed better than stroke survivors but worse than CHD survivors. Conclusions VTE survivors had triple the odds of frailty and poorer physical function than those without the vascular diseases considered. Their function was somewhat worse than that of CHD survivors, but better than stroke survivors. These findings suggest that VTE patients may benefit from additional efforts to improve postevent physical functioning.
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- Pamela L Lutsey
- Division of Epidemiology and Community Health School of Public Health University of Minnesota Minneapolis MN
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- Division of Geriatrics Department of Medicine University of Mississippi Medical Center Jackson MS
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- Division of Epidemiology and Community Health School of Public Health University of Minnesota Minneapolis MN
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology Department of Medicine University of Vermont Colchester VT
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- Division of Epidemiology College of Public Health University of Kentucky Lexington KY.,Department of Epidemiology Gillings School of Public Health University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill NC
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- Division of Biostatistics School of Public Health University of Minnesota Minneapolis MN
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- Division of Epidemiology and Community Health School of Public Health University of Minnesota Minneapolis MN
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Physical activity and respiratory symptoms after pulmonary embolism. A longitudinal observational study. Thromb Res 2020; 189:55-60. [DOI: 10.1016/j.thromres.2020.02.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2019] [Revised: 02/13/2020] [Accepted: 02/14/2020] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Hepburn-Brown M, Darvall J, Hammerschlag G. Acute pulmonary embolism: a concise review of diagnosis and management. Intern Med J 2019; 49:15-27. [PMID: 30324770 DOI: 10.1111/imj.14145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2018] [Revised: 09/27/2018] [Accepted: 10/01/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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An acute pulmonary embolism (aPE) is characterised by occlusion of one or more pulmonary arteries. Physiological disturbance may be minimal, but often cardiac output decreases as the right ventricle attempts to overcome increased afterload. Additionally, ventilation-perfusion mismatches can develop in affected vascular beds, reducing systemic oxygenation. Incidence is reported at 50-75 per 100 000 in Australia and New Zealand, with 30-day mortality rates ranging from 0.5% to over 20%. Incidence is likely to increase with the ageing population, increased survival of patients with comorbidities that are considered risk factors and improving sensitivity of imaging techniques. Use of clinical prediction scores, such as the Wells score, has assisted in clinical decision-making and decreased unnecessary radiological investigations. However, imaging (i.e. computed tomography pulmonary angiography or ventilation-perfusion scans) is still necessary for objective diagnosis. Anti-coagulation remains the foundation of PE management. Haemodynamically unstable patients require thrombolysis unless absolutely contraindicated, while stable patients with right ventricular dysfunction or ischaemia should be aggressively anti-coagulated. Stable patients with no right ventricular dysfunction can be discharged home early with anti-coagulation and review. However, treatment should be case dependent with full consideration of the patient's clinical state. Direct oral anti-coagulants have become an alternative to vitamin K antagonists and are facilitating shorter hospital admissions. Additionally, duration of anti-coagulation must be decided by considering any provoking factors, bleeding risk and comorbid state. Patients with truly unprovoked or idiopathic PE often require indefinite treatment, while in provoked cases it is typically 3 months with some patients requiring longer periods of 6-12 months.
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- Morgan Hepburn-Brown
- Melbourne Medical School, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.,Department of Respiratory and Sleep Medicine, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Intensive Care and Anaesthesia/Pain Management, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.,Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Respiratory and Sleep Medicine, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism is common and carries a risk of progression to hemodynamic collapse and death. Catheter-directed thrombolysis is an increasingly used treatment option, based largely on the assumptions that it is more efficacious than anticoagulation alone and safer than systemic thrombolysis. In this review, we critically analyze the published data regarding catheter-directed thrombolysis for the treatment of intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism. Catheter-directed thrombolysis reduces right heart strain and lowers pulmonary artery pressures more quickly than anticoagulation alone. The mortality for patients with intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism treated with catheter-directed thrombolysis is low, between 0% and 4%. However, similarly low mortality is seen with anticoagulation alone. Catheter-directed thrombolysis appears to be safer than systemic thrombolysis, and procedural complications are uncommon. Bleeding risk appears to be slightly higher than with anticoagulation alone. Randomized, controlled trials are needed to compare the efficacy and safety of catheter-directed thrombolysis versus anticoagulation for intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism. There is no evidence that catheter-directed thrombolysis decreases the incidence of chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension. There is no evidence from clinical studies that ultrasound-assisted thrombolysis is more effective or safer than standard catheter-directed thrombolysis.
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The impact of post-pulmonary embolism syndrome and its possible determinants. Thromb Res 2018; 171:84-91. [DOI: 10.1016/j.thromres.2018.09.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2018] [Revised: 08/21/2018] [Accepted: 09/15/2018] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Comparison of acute and convalescent biomarkers of inflammation in patients with acute pulmonary embolism treated with systemic fibrinolysis vs. placebo. Blood Coagul Fibrinolysis 2018; 28:675-680. [PMID: 28957940 DOI: 10.1097/mbc.0000000000000669] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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: Previous studies have associated biomarkers indicative of acute inflammation with pulmonary embolism, which may amplify coagulation, inhibit fibrinolysis and increase risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) recurrence. The aim of this study was to measure inflammatory and hemostatic biomarkers in acute submassive pulmonary embolism at diagnosis and 3-month follow-up and to test the impact of treatment with fibrinolysis. Secondary analysis of a multicenter, double-blinded, randomized controlled trial including patients with submassive pulmonary embolism. Blood samples were obtained within 24 h of diagnosis and prior to bolus-dose tenecteplase (TNK) or placebo; all patients received standard anticoagulation and blood was redrawn 3 months later. Plasma concentrations of inflammatory [Interleukin 6 (IL-6), C-reactive protein (CRP), myeloperoxidase (MPO)] and hemostatic [plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 (PAI-1), fibrinogen, thrombin-activatable fibrinolysis inhibitor and D-dimer] biomarkers were quantified. The median values of the biomarkers of inflammation (IL-6, CRP, MPO) were all significantly decreased at 3-month follow-up, ranging from a 60 to 91% reduction over this time period. Concentrations of PAI-1 and fibrinogen did not change significantly. D-dimer concentration at 3-month follow-up was lower in patients treated with fibrinolysis vs. placebo and appeared to have a trend toward significance (placebo 310 vs. TNK 220 ng/ml, P = 0.051). Acute pulmonary embolism causes marked but transient inflammation, as demonstrated by the significant elevation in the inflammatory biomarkers at diagnosis, followed by their reduction in more than 80% of patients at 3-month follow-up.
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Hagan KA, Harrington LB, Kim J, Zeleznik O, Rimm EB, Grodstein F, Kabrhel C. Reduction in physical function in women after venous thromboembolism. J Thromb Haemost 2018; 16:S1538-7836(22)02216-4. [PMID: 29883039 PMCID: PMC6286689 DOI: 10.1111/jth.14196] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2018] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Essentials The association of venous thromboembolism (VTE) with subsequent physical function remains unclear. We prospectively evaluated this relationship among women from the Nurses' Health Studies. We found a decline in physical function over four years in women with incident VTE. This decline was somewhat greater among women specifically reporting a pulmonary embolism. SUMMARY Background Physical function is integral to healthy aging; however, limited research has examined the association of venous thromboembolism(VTE) with subsequent physical function. Objectives To prospectively evaluate the relationship between VTE and decline in physical function among 80 836 women from the Nurses' Health Study(NHS), ages 46-72 in 1992, and 84 304 women from the Nurses' Health Study II(NHS II), ages 29-48 in 1993. Methods Physical function was measured by the Medical Outcomes Short Form-36 physical function scale, administered every 4 years. We compared change in physical function for women with vs. without an incident VTE in each 4-year follow-up period using multivariable linear regression. Results We observed a decline in physical function over 4 years when comparing women with vs. those without incident VTE in both older (NHS) and younger (NHS II) women (multivariable-adjusted mean difference NHS, -6.5 points [95% CI -7.4, -5.6] per 4 years; NHS II, -3.8 [95% CI -5.6, -2.0]). This difference appeared greater among women specifically reporting a pulmonary embolism (NHS, -7.4 [95% CI -8.7, -6.1]; NHS II, -4.8 [95% CI -6.8, -2.8]), and was equivalent to 6.2 years of aging. Whereas longer-term slopes of physical function decline following a VTE were not different from the slopes of decline in women without a VTE, the absolute level of physical function of women with VTE was worse at the end of follow-up compared to women without VTE. Conclusions In this prospective cohort, incident VTE was strongly associated with an acute decline in physical function. These results suggest it may be clinically important to consider approaches to ameliorating functional deficits shortly after VTE diagnosis.
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- Kaitlin A Hagan
- Channing Division of Network Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Department of Epidemiology, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Channing Division of Network Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Department of Nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Channing Division of Network Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Department of Epidemiology, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Albaghdadi MS, Dudzinski DM, Giordano N, Kabrhel C, Ghoshhajra B, Jaff MR, Weinberg I, Baggish A. Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing in Patients Following Massive and Submassive Pulmonary Embolism. J Am Heart Assoc 2018; 7:JAHA.117.006841. [PMID: 29502109 PMCID: PMC5866315 DOI: 10.1161/jaha.117.006841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Background Little data exist regarding the functional capacity of patients following acute pulmonary embolism. We sought to characterize the natural history of symptom burden, right ventricular (RV) structure and function, and exercise capacity among survivors of massive and submassive pulmonary embolism. Methods and Results Survivors of submassive or massive pulmonary embolism (n=20, age 57±13.3 years, 8/20 female) underwent clinical evaluation, transthoracic echocardiography, and cardiopulmonary exercise testing at 1 and 6 months following hospital discharge. At 1 month, 9/20 (45%) patients had New York Heart Association II or greater symptoms, 13/20 (65%) demonstrated either persistent RV dilation or systolic dysfunction, and 14/20 (70%) had objective exercise impairment as defined by a peak oxygen consumption (V˙O2) of <80% of age‐sex predicted maximal values (16.25 [13.4–20.98] mL/kg per minute). At 6 months, no appreciable improvements in symptom severity, RV structure or function, and peak V˙O2 (17.45 [14.08–22.48] mL/kg per minute, P=NS) were observed. No patients demonstrated an exercise limitation attributable to either RV/pulmonary vascular coupling, as defined by a VE/VCO2 slope >33, or a pulmonary mechanical limit to exercise at either time point. Similarly, persistent RV dilation or dysfunction was not significantly related to symptom burden or peak V˙O2 at either time point. Conclusions Persistent symptoms, abnormalities of RV structure and function, and objective exercise limitation are common among survivors of massive and submassive pulmonary embolism. Functional impairment appears to be attributable to general deconditioning rather than intrinsic cardiopulmonary limitation, suggesting an important role for prescribed exercise rehabilitation as a means toward improved patient outcomes and quality of life.
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- Mazen S Albaghdadi
- Fireman Vascular Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA.,Division of Cardiology, Corrigan Minehan Heart Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
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- Division of Cardiology, Corrigan Minehan Heart Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Center for Vascular Emergencies, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Center for Vascular Emergencies, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
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- Cardiovascular Imaging, Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
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- Department of Medicine, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Newton, MA
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- Fireman Vascular Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
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- Cardiovascular Performance Program, Division of Cardiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
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Hickey BA, Watson U, Cleves A, Alikhan R, Pugh N, Nokes L, Perera A. Does thromboprophylaxis reduce symptomatic venous thromboembolism in patients with below knee cast treatment for foot and ankle trauma? A systematic review and meta-analysis. Foot Ankle Surg 2018; 24:19-27. [PMID: 29413769 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2016.06.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2015] [Revised: 06/24/2016] [Accepted: 06/29/2016] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Our aim was to determine the evidence for thromboprophylaxis for prevention of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) in adults with foot or ankle trauma treated with below knee cast or splint. Our secondary aim was to report major bleeding events. METHODS MEDLINE and EMBASE databases were searched for randomized controlled trials from inception to 1st June 2015. RESULTS Seven studies were included. All focused on low molecular weight heparin (LMWH). None found a statistically significant symptomatic DVT reduction individually. At meta-analysis LMWH was protective against symptomatic DVT (OR 0.29, 95% CI 0.09-0.95). Symptomatic pulmonary embolism affected 3/692 (0.43%). None were fatal. 86 patients required LMWH thromboprophylaxis to prevent one symptomatic DVT event. The overall incidence of major bleeding was 1 in 886 (0.11%). CONCLUSIONS Low molecular weight heparin reduces the incidence of symptomatic VTE in adult patients with foot or ankle trauma treated with below knee cast or splint.
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- Ben A Hickey
- University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff CF14 4XW, Wales, UK.
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- University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff CF14 4XW, Wales, UK
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- University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff CF14 4XW, Wales, UK
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- University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff CF14 4XW, Wales, UK
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- University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff CF14 4XW, Wales, UK
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- Cardiff University, Cardiff, Wales, UK
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- University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff CF14 4XW, Wales, UK
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Danielsbacka JS, Olsén MF, Hansson PO, Mannerkorpi K. Lung function, functional capacity, and respiratory symptoms at discharge from hospital in patients with acute pulmonary embolism: A cross-sectional study. Physiother Theory Pract 2017; 34:194-201. [DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2017.1377331] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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- Jenny S. Danielsbacka
- Department of Physiotherapy, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Sahlgrenska, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Sahlgrenska, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Medicine, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Sahlgrenska, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Unit of Physiotherapy, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Chopard R, Genet B, Ecarnot F, Chatot M, Napporn G, Hyvert A, Didier-Petit K, Schiele F, Meneveau N. Detection of Residual Pulmonary Vascular Obstruction by Ventilation-Perfusion Lung Scan Late After a First Pulmonary Embolism. Am J Cardiol 2017; 119:1883-1889. [PMID: 28400030 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2017.03.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2016] [Revised: 03/03/2017] [Accepted: 03/03/2017] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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The long-term impact of persistent pulmonary vascular obstruction after pulmonary embolism (PE) remains unknown. Based on ventilation-perfusion lung scan performed at discharge and 3 months after a first PE, we aimed to investigate the prognostic value on 5-year adverse events of (1) residual pulmonary vascular obstruction (RPVO) at discharge (DIS-RPVO), (2) RPVO at 3 months (3M-RPVO), and (3) relative change in RPVO between the 2 scans (RC-RPVO). We performed a prospective, multicenter cohort study from January 2007 to December 2009 including patients who survived at least 3 months after a PE. RC-RPVO was defined as (DIS-RPVO - 3M-RPVO)/DIS-RPVO. The primary end point was a combined end point at 5 years, composed of all-cause death, recurrent venous thromboembolism, chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension, heart failure, and rehospitalization for cardiac causes. Receiver-operating characteristic curves were computed to define thresholds of DIS-RPVO, 3M-RPVO, and RC-RPVO predictive of the primary combined end point at 5 years. Overall, 241 patients were included (high-risk PE: 11.2%, intermediate-risk PE: 51.8%, low-risk PE: 37%). Mean DIS-RPVO was 27.9 ± 15.1%, mean 3M-RPVO was 10.3 ± 10.8%, and mean RC-RPVO was 61.7 ± 33.4%. At 5 years, 112 patients (46.5%) experienced the combined end point. Both 3M-RPVO ≥15% and RC-RPVO ≤37.5% were independently related to the occurrence of the combined end point at 5 years (p = 0.01 and p = 0.02, respectively). DIS-RPVO did not predict long-term adverse events. In conclusion, RC-RPVO ≤37.5% and 3M-RPVO ≥15% were independently related to the occurrence of adverse events 5 years after a first PE.
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There has been a resurgence of interest in defining the optimal treatment for severe pulmonary embolism (PE), fueled by pivotal and provocative trials, new catheter-based medical devices, and growing evidence of deleterious short- and long-term outcomes. In this environment, and especially given the multidisciplinary nature of PE care, the interventional radiologist (IR) needs to become an astute, disease-specific expert. This review article describes the following "steps" an IR can take to reach this level: (1) understand PE stratification and epidemiology; (2) recognize the treatment goals for massive PE; (3) recognize the wide range of attitudes toward therapeutic escalation for submassive PE; (4) recognize what we do not know about the treatment of submassive PE and the limitations of current studies; (5) know the literature surrounding inferior vena cava filter insertion for severe PE; (6) integrate into the longitudinal care of the patient; and (7) be at the leading edge of new trials and technologies.
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- Akhilesh K Sista
- Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, New York University Langone School of Medicine, New York, New York
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Seccombe LM, Chow V, Zhao W, Lau EMT, Rogers PG, Ng ACC, Veitch EM, Peters MJ, Kritharides L. Right heart function during simulated altitude in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension. Open Heart 2017; 4:e000532. [PMID: 28123765 PMCID: PMC5255554 DOI: 10.1136/openhrt-2016-000532] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2016] [Revised: 11/21/2016] [Accepted: 11/22/2016] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) are often recommended supplemental oxygen for altitude travel due to the possible deleterious effects of hypoxia on pulmonary haemodynamics and right heart function. This includes commercial aircraft travel; however, the direct effects and potential risks are unknown. METHODS Doppler echocardiography and gas exchange measures were investigated in group 1 patients with PAH and healthy patients at rest breathing room air and while breathing 15.1% oxygen, at rest for 20 min and during mild exertion. RESULTS The 14 patients with PAH studied were clinically stable on PAH-specific therapy, with functional class II (n=11) and III (n=3) symptoms when tested. Measures of right ventricular size and function were significantly different in the PAH group at baseline as compared to 7 healthy patients (p<0.04). There was no evidence of progressive right ventricular deterioration during hypoxia at rest or under exertion. Pulmonary arterial systolic pressure (PASP) increased in both groups during hypoxia (p<0.01). PASP in hypoxia correlated strongly with baseline PASP (p<0.01). Pressure of arterial oxygen correlated with PASP in hypoxia (p<0.03) but not at baseline, with three patients with PAH experiencing significant desaturation. The duration and extent of hypoxia in this study was tolerated well despite a mild increase in symptoms of breathlessness (p<0.01). CONCLUSIONS Non-invasive measures of right heart function in group 1 patients with PAH on vasodilator treatment demonstrated a predictable rise in PASP during short-term simulated hypoxia that was not associated with a deterioration in right heart function.
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- Leigh M Seccombe
- Department of Thoracic Medicine, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Concord, New South Wales, Australia; Sydney Medical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Sydney Medical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia; Department of Cardiology, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Concord, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Cardiology , Concord Repatriation General Hospital , Concord, New South Wales , Australia
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- Sydney Medical School, The University of Sydney , Sydney , Australia
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- Department of Thoracic Medicine , Concord Repatriation General Hospital , Concord, New South Wales , Australia
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- Sydney Medical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia; Department of Cardiology, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Concord, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Thoracic Medicine , Concord Repatriation General Hospital , Concord, New South Wales , Australia
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- Department of Thoracic Medicine, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Concord, New South Wales, Australia; Sydney Medical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Sydney Medical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia; Department of Cardiology, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Concord, New South Wales, Australia
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Tavoly M, Utne KK, Jelsness-Jørgensen LP, Wik HS, Klok FA, Sandset PM, Ghanima W. Health-related quality of life after pulmonary embolism: a cross-sectional study. BMJ Open 2016; 6:e013086. [PMID: 27810979 PMCID: PMC5128891 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2016-013086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES The psychological effects of acute pulmonary embolism (PE) have scarcely been studied. The aims of this study were to evaluate health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in patients with a history of PE compared with that of the general population and buddy controls, and to explore factors that may predict impaired HRQoL. DESIGN Cross-sectional. SETTING Haematology and thrombosis unit in Fredrikstad, Norway. PARTICIPANTS 213 consecutive patients treated for PE were identified from hospital registries. Eligible patients were scheduled for a single study visit, including a functional capacity test (6 min walking test). HRQoL was assessed using the EuroQol 5D dimensions 3-level (EQ-5D-3L) questionnaire, of which the results were compared with Danish population norms and age-matched and sex-matched buddy controls. The buddy controls were recruited by asking every patient to hand over the EQ-5D questionnaire to 2 age-matched and sex-matched friends or relatives. Multivariable regression analyses were used to examine possible determinants of reduced HRQoL. RESULTS Mean age was 61 years (SD 15), 117 (55%) were males, and median time since diagnosis was 3.8 years (range 0.3-9.5). Mean EuroQol visual analogue scale (EQ VAS) was 67 in PE as compared with 81 in the general population (p<0.005) and corresponding EQ-5D index values were 0.80 and 0.86 (p<0.005). Patients reported more problems in all 5 EQ-5D compared with both the buddy controls and the general population, p<0.05. Shorter 6 min walking distance (β=0.09, p<0.005) and patient-reported dyspnoea (β=11.27, p<0.005) were independent predictors of lower EQ VAS scores. CONCLUSIONS Our findings show that patients with a history of PE have impaired HRQoL when compared with the general population and buddy controls. Reduced functional capacity and persistent dyspnoea were the main predictors of this impairment.
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- Mazdak Tavoly
- Department of Medicine, Østfold Hospital Trust, Fredrikstad, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Medicine, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Medicine, Østfold Hospital Trust, Fredrikstad, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Medicine, Østfold Hospital Trust, Fredrikstad, Norway
- Department of Health Science, Østfold University College, Fredrikstad, Norway
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- Department of Haematology, Oslo University Hospital Rikshospitalet, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Thrombosis and Hemostasis, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Health Science, Østfold University College, Fredrikstad, Norway
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- Department of Medicine, Østfold Hospital Trust, Fredrikstad, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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Persistent right ventricular dysfunction, functional capacity limitation, exercise intolerance, and quality of life impairment following pulmonary embolism: Systematic review with meta-analysis. Vasc Med 2016; 22:37-43. [DOI: 10.1177/1358863x16670250] [Citation(s) in RCA: 77] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Long-term right ventricular (RV) function, functional capacity, exercise capacity, and quality of life following pulmonary embolism (PE), and the impact of thrombolysis, are unclear. A systematic review of studies that evaluated these outcomes with ⩾ 3-month mean follow-up after PE diagnosis was performed. For each outcome, random effects meta-analyses were performed. Twenty-six studies (3671 patients) with 18-month median follow-up were included. The pooled prevalence of RV dysfunction was 18.1%. Patients treated with thrombolysis had a lower, but not statistically significant, risk of RV dysfunction versus those treated with anticoagulation (odds ratio: 0.51, 95% CI: 0.24 to 1.13, p=0.10). Pooled prevalence of at least mild functional impairment (NYHA II–IV) was 33.2%, and at least moderate functional impairment (NYHA III–IV) was 11.3%. Patients treated with thrombolysis had a lower, but not statistically significant, risk of at least moderate functional impairment versus those treated with anticoagulation (odds ratio: 0.48, 95% CI: 0.15 to 1.49, p=0.20). Pooled 6-minute walk distance was 415 m (95% CI: 372 to 458 m), SF-36 Physical Component Score was 44.8 (95% CI: 43 to 46), and Pulmonary Embolism Quality of Life (QoL) Questionnaire total score was 9.1. Main limitations included heterogeneity among studies for many outcomes, variation in the completeness of data reported, and inclusion of data from non-randomized, non-controlled, and retrospective studies. Persistent RV dysfunction, impaired functional status, diminished exercise capacity, and reduced QoL are common in PE survivors. The effect of thrombolysis on RV function and functional status remains unclear.
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Sista AK, Goldhaber SZ, Vedantham S, Kline JA, Kuo WT, Kahn SR, Kabrhel C, McLaughlin VV, White SB, Kim NH, Gray M, Simon MA, Benenati JF, Misra S, Sterling KM, Kee ST, Konstantinides SV, Jaff MR, Kearon C. Research Priorities in Submassive Pulmonary Embolism: Proceedings from a Multidisciplinary Research Consensus Panel. J Vasc Interv Radiol 2016; 27:787-94. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2016.03.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2016] [Accepted: 03/17/2016] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Sista AK, Horowitz JM, Goldhaber SZ. Four key questions surrounding thrombolytic therapy for submassive pulmonary embolism. Vasc Med 2015; 21:47-52. [DOI: 10.1177/1358863x15614388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Submassive pulmonary embolism (PE) remains a vexing entity, and the appropriate use of thrombolytic therapy for this subgroup continues to be actively debated. Catheter-directed thrombolysis has shown efficacy for submassive PE and is gaining momentum because of theoretically improved safety. This review poses and responds to four questions that explore the complex issues surrounding optimal therapy of submassive PE.
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Ha D, Fuster M, Ries AL, Wagner PD, Mazzone PJ. Heart Rate Recovery as a Preoperative Test of Perioperative Complication Risk. Ann Thorac Surg 2015; 100:1954-62. [PMID: 26410158 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2015.06.085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2015] [Revised: 06/09/2015] [Accepted: 06/22/2015] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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The autonomic nervous system plays important physiologic roles in a variety of organ systems. Autonomic dysfunction has been shown to be predictive of increased mortality in patients with cardiovascular disease. Its importance in patients with chronic respiratory disorders has been described in recent years. Here, we summarize the prognostic value of autonomic dysfunction, as reflected by impaired heart rate recovery (HRR), in patients with chronic respiratory disorders, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, interstitial lung disease, and lung cancer. We suggest that HRR may be clinically useful in the preoperative physiologic evaluation, specifically in lung cancer patients being considered for surgery.
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- Duc Ha
- Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Division, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California.
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- VA San Diego Healthcare System, San Diego, California; Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Division, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California
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- Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Division, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California
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- Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Division, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California
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Bauld RA, Patterson C, Naylor J, Rooms M, Bell D. Deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in the military patient. J ROY ARMY MED CORPS 2015; 161:288-95. [PMID: 26246348 DOI: 10.1136/jramc-2015-000502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2015] [Accepted: 07/02/2015] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Venous thromboembolism (VTE), encompassing deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, is a common, potentially lethal condition and a cause of long-term morbidity and functional limitation. This paper is a clinical review focused on military epidemiology, evidence-based recommendations for prevention, diagnosis and management of VTE and occupational considerations in a military population. METHODS A literature review was conducted through Pubmed and Embase for systematic reviews, meta-analyses and clinical trials relating to VTE. Guidelines from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, British Thoracic Society and the American College of Chest Physicians were reviewed and recommendations considered. RESULTS Acute morbidity from VTE can range from limb pain and swelling to life-threatening cardiovascular compromise. Long-term sequelae include postthrombotic syndrome, chronic thrombosis and pulmonary hypertension. Diagnosis should follow a validated pathway depending on the patient's prerest probability. The management of the condition should vary with attention to risk stratification. DISCUSSION Prompt initiation of anticoagulation reduces symptoms, rates of recurrent VTE and death but treatment must be balanced against the risk of major haemorrhage. Military operations expose personnel to a unique combination of risk factors for VTE and operating in austere environments can increase the challenge of diagnosis, prognostication and management. Furthermore, there are implications for troop attrition, operational readiness and return to work.
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- Richard A Bauld
- Emergency Department, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, Nottingham, UK
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- Peterborough and Stamford Hospitals Trust, Peterborough, UK
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- 9 Regt Army Air Corps, Thirsk, UK
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- Imperial College London, London, UK
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Lakoski SG, Savage PD, Berkman AM, Penalosa L, Crocker A, Ades PA, Kahn SR, Cushman M. The safety and efficacy of early-initiation exercise training after acute venous thromboembolism: a randomized clinical trial. J Thromb Haemost 2015; 13:1238-44. [PMID: 25912176 DOI: 10.1111/jth.12989] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2014] [Accepted: 04/16/2015] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Exercise training after myocardial infarction is the standard of care within a cardiac rehabilitation setting. However, there is scant evidence regarding the safety and efficacy of early exercise training following a venous thromboembolism (VTE). METHODS Eligible consenting participants were randomly allocated, on an individual basis, to either a 3-month exercise and behavioral weight loss intervention group or a control group. The primary clinical outcomes were change in health behavior (body weight and physical activity) and objectively measured fitness (Vo2peak ). RESULTS From 2013 to 2014, 239 patients presented to a community-based specialty clinic after an acute VTE; 43 (18%) of these met the eligibility criteria for inclusion in the study. Of these, 19 (44%) consented to participate (nine in the intervention group; 10 in the control group). There were no adverse events in either group over a 3-month period. The mean difference in body weight between the intervention and control groups was - 4.6 kg (95% confidence interval [CI] - 11.4 to 2.2) in favor of the intervention. The mean difference in duration of physical activity from baseline to 3 months between the intervention and control groups was 133 min (95% CI 7-248) in favor of the intervention. There was a significant change in fitness over a 3-month period for the intervention group (baseline Vo2peak , 26.1 ± 5.4 mL O2 kg(-1) min(-1) ; postintervention Vo2peak , 29.8 ± 5.4 mL O2 kg(-1) min(-1) ). CONCLUSION Early initiation of exercise training resulted in improvements in physical activity and fitness, and did not result in adverse events while individuals were receiving therapeutic anticoagulation. These are the first data on initiation of an exercise training and behavioral weight loss program in the early post-VTE setting.
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Affiliation(s)
- S G Lakoski
- Department of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
- Vermont Center on Behavior and Health, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
- Division of Cardiology, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Prevention, University of Vermont Medical Center, Burlington, VT, USA
| | - P D Savage
- Division of Cardiology, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Prevention, University of Vermont Medical Center, Burlington, VT, USA
| | - A M Berkman
- Department of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
| | - L Penalosa
- Department of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
| | - A Crocker
- Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
| | - P A Ades
- Department of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
- Vermont Center on Behavior and Health, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
- Division of Cardiology, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Prevention, University of Vermont Medical Center, Burlington, VT, USA
| | - S R Kahn
- Department of Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
| | - M Cushman
- Department of Medicine and Pathology, Cardiovascular Research Institute, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
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