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About - Heart
Heart is a biweekly peer reviewed journal that covers important research advances in cardiovascular disease. It is co-owned by the British Cardiovascular Society and BMJ, and has an open access companion journal, Open Heart.
Angina: contemporary diagnosis and management - Heart
This article reviews the causes, diagnosis and treatment of angina, including obstructive and non-obstructive coronary disease, microvascular and vasospastic angina. It also discusses the role of coronary physiology tests, patient education and lifestyle modification in managing angina.
Introduction: Coronary angiography (CAG) in the 2020s - Heart
CAG-FFR is a technique that uses computational methods to measure blood flow from angiographic images, providing an anatomical and functional assessment of coronary artery disease. This article reviews the evidence, reliability and potential of CAG-FFR in the diagnosis and management of chronic coronary syndromes.
Bradyarrhythmias in patients with atrial fibrillation | Heart
This editorial discusses the prevalence and characteristics of bradyarrhythmias in patients with AF, based on a recent study. It also reviews the current guidelines and recommendations for screening, diagnosis and management of AF and its complications.
Left atrial appendage: structure, function, and role in ... - Heart
The left atrial appendage (LAA) is a tubular structure derived from the left wall of the primary atrium that has a role in decompression and natriuretic function. It is prone to thrombus formation in patients with atrial fibrillation and mitral valve disease, and may require obliteration or amputation for prophylaxis.
Treating patients with ventricular ectopic beats | Heart
Ventricular ectopic beats (VEBs) are abnormal heart rhythms that originate from the lower chambers of the heart. They can be asymptomatic or cause palpitations, and may be associated with increased risk of serious arrhythmias. Learn how to diagnose and treat VEBs with catheter ablation or drugs.
Management of premature ventricular complexes | Heart
A review article on the diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of PVCs, a common arrhythmia that can cause palpitations, fatigue and SCD. Learn about the risk factors, symptoms, site of origin, pharmacological and ablation options, and how to screen for SHD and LV dysfunction.
What is ‘normal’ left ventricular ejection fraction? | Heart
Left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) is a key variable for heart failure diagnosis and management. Learn how different societies define and categorise LVEF, and what is considered normal according to the British Society of Echocardiography.
Approach to a patient with asymptomatic pre-excitation - Heart
Introduction. Ventricular pre-excitation is an electrocardiographic finding characterised by a delta wave and short PR interval. It is estimated that 1 in 1000 people will exhibit this pattern on the ECG; however, the true prevalence is likely under-represented because at least half of known patients with pre-excitation do not develop symptoms.1 This …