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Albuminuria in cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic disorders (CKM syndrome) Ashish Verma, MD Sophie Claudel, MD BU/BMC Section of Nephrology Ashish Verma, MD ahajournals.org/doi/full/10.11…

In a new study from #MESA, #CAC distribution (number & specific arteries) was assoc w/ risk & improved risk prediction independent of traditional risk factors & plaque burden assessed by CAC volume & density. jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.… #JACCIMG Harpreet Bhatia Tara Shrout Allen

Cardiac conduction system and septum with corresponding chest leads.

“…individuals with CAC=0 and thoracic aortic calcium [TAC] ≥500 experienced CVD events approaching 20 per 1,000 person years.”

Learn about the unique role of Lp(a) as a genetic determinant for #ASCVD risk & the importance of testing for Lp(a) levels to better understand your patients’ cardiovascular health w/ ACC's online course. ⬇️ More: bit.ly/3WmPipH #LpaAwarenessDay #KnowLpa #ACCEd

From the ISCHEMIA trial: Patients with CCD who achieve risk factor goals of care (BP, LDL, Antiplt, Smoking), have 50% lower risk of death @ 5 yrs than those who achieve none. JACC Journals jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.…

Bioprosthetic vs Mechanical #AorticValve Replacement: The debate rages on! 🏥 This new study suggests mechanical may be the way to go for younger patients. Where do you stand? 🤔 🔗 Full #JACC study: jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.…

#JACCIMG prospective same-day #EchoFirst & #whyCMR study of aortic regurgitation: American Society of Echocardiography guidelines perform well to find significant AR; a simpler approach using vena contracta & LV volumes was also reliable. jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.… Maan Malahfji WilliamZoghbi #vhdAR

Ever wonder why some aortic dissections/sinus ruptures result in a connection to the RV? See how the anatomy makes this happen—insights you don’t want to miss! 🔬 🔗 jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.… Kalyanam Shivkumar MD PhD #JACC

After ACS on high-intensity statins, LDL-C, hs-CRP & Lp(a) independently predict future CV events. For Lp(a) & hs-CRP, risk starts at low levels. @VeraBittner2 @DLBhattMD Harvey White Robert Harrington Ph.Gabriel Steg ahajournals.org/doi/full/10.11…

Incidental physical activity and CVD risk Mark Hamer @jasongill74 Adrian Bauman @angelosabag Jo Blodgett Richard Pulsford Cecilie Thøgersen Nick Koemel Sonia Cheng @afroditistathi ahajournals.org/doi/full/10.11…

Looking forward to attending Dr. Itchhaporia’s Health Tech Horizons course. Should be a great opportunity for learning and networking!

Improving Cardiovascular Clinical Competencies for the Menopausal Transition: A Focus on Cardiometabolic Health in Midlife | JACC: Advances By Lily N Dastmalchi DO, MA ChrisandraShufelt MD, MS, FACP, MSCP Dr. Martha Gulati ♥️🫀❤️‍🩹🇨🇦 Emily Lau, MD, MPH in JACC Journals #JACCAdvances special edition. Inova Schar Heart and Vascular The Menopause Society

Intriguing new data out in JACC Journals in time for #HeartFailure2025 from ATTRibuteCM Stabilization of TTR (prealbumin) leads to immediate & sustained rise in TTR levels Degree of rise identifies those likely to derive mortality protection from TTR stabilizers #MedIQHF2025

Visualize the beauty of the heart 🫀: This left anterior oblique view shows septal perforators like you’ve never seen them. The art of precision lives here 🎨 jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.… #CathLab #JACC #Cardiology #AnatomyNerds Kalyanam Shivkumar MD PhD

In PROSPECT II, elevated TC, LDL-C, and non-HDL-C were strongly associated with pancoronary #atherosclerosis & lipid deposition, whereas elevated Lp(a) was strongly associated with the presence of focal vulnerable plaques jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.… #JACC #ASCVD #cvAMI Gregg W. Stone MD

Plaque progression by #YesCCT & #cvPET w/ #PCSK9i? In this prospective study of stable pts w/ extensive quantified non-calcified plaque, 18 months of Tx w/ evolocumab was assoc w/ lower risk plaque & reduced microcalcification. jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.… #JACCIMG #cvCAD tamarappoo

OBESITY-INDUCED CARDIOMYOPATHY ⚖️Epicardial adipose tissue (EAT): a modifiable risk factor ⚖️EAT changes with age and in pathological conditions: early detection is mandatory ⚖️Mechanical, chemical & electric effects➡️CVD ⚖️GLP1ar & SGLT2 inhibitors impact EAT pathologic effects

#tirzepatide and Renal outcomes Finally!! #ERA25 #wien ERA - European Renal Association

#CONFIDENCE 1⃣ + 1⃣ = 2⃣ Remarkably, kidney protection with combination therapy mathematically identical to what would be expected based on each monotherapy Finerenone (0.68) * Empagliflozin (0.71) Combination (Expected if Fully Additive): 0.48 Combination (Observed): 0.48