Cardiology

Using heart age to guide treatment decisions could lead to inappropriate care, impacting both younger and older patients.

NT-proBNP strongly predicts atrial fibrillation risk, particularly in older adults, with implications for improved risk stratification.

Cardiac MRI reveals key risk factors for sudden cardiac events in Fontan patients, potentially guiding better clinical care.

Seasonal flu increases deaths and hospitalisations in heart failure patients, stressing the need for enhanced prevention.

Systematic review finds no increased intracranial haemorrhage risk with DOACs versus antiplatelets, reinforcing atrial fibrillation guidelines.

LGE imaging predicts sudden cardiac death in young HCM patients, improving risk models and informing clinical strategies.

Glycemic control influences brain connectivity and heart variability, with distinct age and sex differences in healthy adults.

VO2peak declines in Fabry disease, correlating with cardiomyopathy severity, suggesting its use as a marker for therapy response.