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Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Visualization of the Myocardial Microstructure in Non-Ischemic Cardiomyopathies

Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Visualization of the Myocardial MicrostructureAnnouncing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR), a non-radiation based type of examination, can achieve the simultaneous comprehensive multi-parameter, multi-plane, and multi-sequence evaluation of the anatomical structure of the heart; and at the same time, determine systolic and diastolic function, and blood perfusion and tissue characteristics.

Traditional late gadolinium enhancement imaging based on CMR reflects focal replacement (more…)

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Adverse Outcomes in Non-ST-Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome: A Cluster Analysis Study

Non-ST-Elevation Acute Coronary SyndromeAnnouncing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Patients with non-ST-elevation acute coronary syndrome (NSTE-ACS) have diverse clinical trajectories and form a heterogeneous group. They exhibit differences in clinical and angiographic findings, laboratory parameters including platelet function, and the severity of concomitant pathology. These variations affect their clinical courses and prognosis. (more…)

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Prognostic Implications of Degenerative Mitral Regurgitation on Eligibility for TAVI

Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal.  Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) has emerged as the primary treatment strategy for severe symptomatic aortic stenosis (AS) in the older population (>75 years of age) with high-risk surgical profiles.

The growing older population and the concomitant age-related high prevalence of degenerative AS, combined with evidence of the non-inferiority of the TAVI procedure over surgical aortic valve replacement in intermediate-risk patients, increase the potential number of TAVI candidates. Concerns regarding the higher costs of TAVI than surgical aortic valve replacement are balanced by its shorter length of hospitalization and lower acute complication costs.

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Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Heart Failure

Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Heart failure (HF) is a clinical syndrome with a wide variety of clinical presentations, pathophysiologies, and natural histories. HF is becoming more prevalent globally, thus increasing effects on healthcare systems. Cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging is a valuable tool for better understanding HF and its prognosis.

The commonly used reference standard of CMR cine imaging provides accurate assessment of chamber size and function. Phase contrast imaging can be used to assess the degree of valvular regurgitation and complex flow patterns. Stress perfusion imaging can detect subtle areas of ischemia and microvascular dysfunction.

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Clinical Implications and Procedural Complications in Patients with Patent Foramen Ovale Concomitant with Atrial Septal Aneurysm

Clinical Implications and Procedural Complications in PatientsAnnouncing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Atrial septal aneurysm (ASA) is defined as excursion of the atrial septum exceeding 10 mm beyond the atrial septum into the right or left atrium, or a combined total excursion of 15 mm on the right and left sides during the cardiac cycle.

According to previous studies, 20–40% of patent foramen ovale (PFO) cases are accompanied by ASAs. ASA is associated with the presence of PFO, left atrial dysfunction, cryptogenic stroke, migraine, and arterial embolism, thus making closure of PFO in patients with concomitant ASA necessary but challenging. (more…)

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Announcing Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications 2023 Impact Factor

The Co-Editors-in-Chief of Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications (CVIA), Jamie B. Conti, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA, Jianzeng Dong, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China and Jun Pu, Renji Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China, are pleased to announce that the 2023 Journal Impact Factor (JIF) for CVIA is 0.9.

Submissions to Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications (CVIA) can be made using ScholarOne, the online submission and peer review system. Registration and access are available at https://mc04.manuscriptcentral.com/cvia-journal. There are no author submission or article processing fees.

Articles of interest include:

Machine Learning Methods in Real-World Studies of Cardiovascular Disease

Experience in Application of a Three-Dimensional Pulsed Field Ablation System Integrating Mapping and Ablation

Association between Percentage of Neutrophils at Admission and in-Hospital Events in Patients ≥75 Years of Age with Acute Coronary Syndrome

Feasibility of an Integrated Digital and Pharmacological Approach Targeting Blood Lipids in Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Management

Heart Failure Guideline Directed Medical Therapy: Which One and When?

Long-term Effects of Nicorandil Combined with Dihydropyridine Calcium Channel Blockers on Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients with Coronary Heart Disease: A Real-world Observational Study

Transcatheter “Sandwich” Valve-in-Valve Implantation Technique for Pure Aortic Regurgitation: Operation Skills and Early Experience

Advances in Renal Denervation in the Treatment of Hypertension

Overview of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) for General Cardiologists

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Angiography-Based Computational Modeling for In Vivo Assessment of Endothelial Dynamic Strain in Coronary Arteries with De Novo Lesions: Comparison of Treatment Effects of Drug-Coated Balloons Between Small and Large Arteries

Angiography-Based Computational ModelingAnnouncing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Acute morphological changes in de novo coronary lesions after drug-coated balloon (DCB) angioplasty can affect endothelial mechanics and consequently clinical outcomes.

Angiography-based computational modeling has been validated to assess endothelial dynamic strain (EDS) in coronary arteries in vivo. The EDS was calculated on the basis of pre- and post-DCB angiography. Parameters of quantitative coronary angiography and EDS were quantified at cross-sections in the treated segments. A total of 336 and 348 lesion cross-sections were included in the small/large vessel groups, respectively. (more…)

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Atrial Fibrillation and Adipokines: A Pathophysiological Perspective

Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal.  Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a prevalent cardiac arrhythmia characterized by irregular and frequently rapid electrical activity in the atria. Adipokines are bioactive molecules that are secreted by adipose tissue, and exert diverse effects on health and disease.

Obesity is a complex condition influenced by multiple interconnected factors, and the specific mechanisms linking obesity to AF may vary among individuals. Obesity contributes to the development of atrial arrhythmia. Moreover, obesity plays major roles in the pathophysiology of AF and its associated complications by inducing systemic changes, including altered hemodynamics, heightened sympathetic tone, and a persistent low-grade inflammatory state.

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Identifying Risk Factors for Native Coronary Atherosclerosis Progression After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention

Identifying Risk Factors for Native Coronary Atherosclerosis ProgressionAnnouncing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. This study was aimed at investigating factors influencing the progression of native coronary atherosclerosis after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).

A cohort of 462 patients was classified into progressive (n = 73) or non-progressive (n = 389) groups according to the presence of native coronary atherosclerosis progression on coronary angiography. Clinical data and angiography results were compared during follow-up, and the time to progression of native coronary atherosclerosis was recorded. Subsequently, multivariate Cox regression analysis was conducted.

In comparison to the non-progressive group, the progressive group had higher levels of glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) and triglycerides (TG), and higher scores on the Synergy Between PCI with Taxus and Cardiac Surgery (SYNTAX) scale, but lower levels of high-density (more…)

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Immediate Interventional Management of Aortocoronary Dissection During PCI

Immediate Interventional Management of Aortocoronary Dissection During PCIAnnouncing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal.   Aortocoronary dissection is a rare and potentially fatal complication of percutaneous coronary intervention. It is more common when performing interventions of the right coronary artery or during revascularization of chronic total occlusions. Here, it is aimed to provide more data regarding a less common form of this complication. The case of an 81-year old woman admitted with an acute infero-lateral myocardial infarction, who was indicated for emergency primary coronary intervention is presented. After revascularization of the left circumflex artery, the left main coronary artery exhibited retrograde dissection into the ascending aorta. (more…)

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