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Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:37:15 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463534&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F6%2F477%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463534 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463534 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463533&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F6%2F452%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463533 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463533 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463532&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F6%2F444%3Frss%3D1 Several of the signs and symptoms of pulmonary embolism, such as dyspnea, tachypnea, and tachycardia, are common in the obese population, so these patients are frequently suspected of having a pulmonary embolism. Establishing an accurate diagnosis in this situation is often difficult. We performed a review of the literature examining the difficulty of diagnosing pulmonary embolism in obese patients. Several factors compromise the ability of clinicians to accurately diagnose pulmonary embolism in obese patients. When patients weigh over 350 lbs (159 kg), thoracic imaging often cannot be performed because of the weight limitations of the scanning equipment. If equipment is available that can scan these patients, image quality is often poor. The literature that is available to guide the clini... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463532 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463531&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F6%2F443%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463531 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463531 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463530&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F6%2F436%3Frss%3D1 We report an unusual case of asymptomatic accelerated right carotid artery in-stent restenosis in a patient referred for revascularization of a de novo stenosis of her left internal carotid artery. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463530 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463530 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463529&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F6%2F428%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, male PAD patients with baseline LDL-C levels ≥ 70 mg/dl were more likely to intensify LDL-C-lowering medication during 1-year follow-up than female PAD patients. Despite greater increases in LDL-C-lowering medication among female PAD patients, there was no difference in the degree of LDL-C lowering during the study between men and women with PAD. Clinical Trial Registration – URL: http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT00217919 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463529 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463529 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463528&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F6%2F422%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, ischemia on ECG and anemia were independently related to an increased long-term mortality rate after EVAR, and these predictive factors seem to be most important for critical assessment in the preoperative medical work-up. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463528 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463528 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463527&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F6%2F415%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, the rate of growth increased steadily with AAA size. An aneurysm < 3.5 cm does not require a repeat scan for 5 years, while those measuring 3.5–3.9 cm and 4.0–4.4 cm require a repeat scan after 17 and 11 months. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463527 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463527 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5320060&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F5%2F409%3Frss%3D1 The Publishers would like to apologise for the printing error in Acrocyanosis: The Flying Dutchman by Andrew K Kurklinsky, Virginia M Miller and Thom W Rooke, DOI: 10.1177/1358863X11398519. Published in Vascular Medicine 16(4) 288–301. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5320060 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5320060 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5320059&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F5%2F407%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5320059 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5320059 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5320058&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F5%2F405%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5320058 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5320058 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5320057&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F5%2F391%3Frss%3D1 Personalized medicine refers to the application of an individual’s biological fingerprint – the comprehensive dataset of unique biological information – to optimize medical care. While the principle itself is straightforward, its implementation remains challenging. Advances in pharmacogenomics as well as functional assays of vascular biology now permit improved characterization of an individual’s response to medical therapy for vascular disease. This review describes novel strategies designed to permit tailoring of four major pharmacotherapeutic drug classes within vascular medicine: antiplatelet therapy, antihypertensive therapy, lipid-lowering therapy, and antithrombotic therapy. Translation to routine clinical practice awaits the results of ongoing randomized cli... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5320057 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5320057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5320056&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F5%2F378%3Frss%3D1 Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) is an example of a disease process that results in decrements in function additional to those imposed by the inexorable ‘primary aging’ process. These decrements due to disease, rather than primary aging, can be termed ‘secondary aging’, and include the premature development (as early as adolescence) of asymptomatic preclinical cardiovascular abnormalities (e.g. endothelial dysfunction, arterial stiffness, diastolic dysfunction), as well as impaired exercise performance. These abnormalities are important, as they are associated with greater cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in people with and without T2D. A better understanding of the pathophysiology of secondary cardiovascular aging in people with T2D is warranted, and an evaluat... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5320056 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5320056 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5320055&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F5%2F365%3Frss%3D1 The endothelium plays an integral role in the development and progression of atherosclerosis. Hemodynamic forces, particularly shear stress, have a powerful influence on endothelial phenotype and function; however, there is no clear consensus on how endothelial cells sense shear. Nevertheless, multiple endothelial cell signal transduction pathways are activated when exposed to shear stress in vitro. The type of shear, laminar or oscillatory, impacts which signal transduction pathways are initiated as well as which subsequent genes are up- or down-regulated, thereby influencing endothelial phenotype and function. Recently, human studies have examined the impact of shear stress and different shear patterns at rest and during exercise on endothelial function. Current evidence supports the the... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5320055 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5320055 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5320054&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F5%2F360%3Frss%3D1 We report the case of a 76-year-old man who presented with right heart failure secondary to an 11-cm syphilitic thoracic aortic aneurysm, and discuss the evolving epidemiology, complications, diagnosis and management of syphilitic aortitis. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5320054 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5320054 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5320053&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F5%2F354%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, clinically silent peri-procedural hemoglobin fall ≥ 1 g/dl is common in patients undergoing both coronary and peripheral percutaneous intervention. Predictors identified in our study will need prospective validation. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5320053 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5320053 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5320052&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F5%2F346%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, TSC was safe and well tolerated at all doses. Notable signals of benefit were observed at higher doses for both PWT and patient-perceived walking distance. These results support a phase II study to define the optimal dose for longer-term therapy with TSC. Clinical Trial Registration – URL:http://www.clinicaltrials.gov. Unique identifier: NCT00725881 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5320052 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5320052 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5320051&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F5%2F339%3Frss%3D1 Prior reports have associated increased circulating levels of matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9), an endopeptidase active in the extracellular matrix, with the formation and rupture of aortic aneurysms, raising the possibility that MMP-9 may be a useful diagnostic or therapeutic target for aortic pathology. However, associations between MMP-9 and pathological abdominal aortic phenotypes in the general population have not been reported. In the Dallas Heart Study, a population-based sample of Dallas County residents (n = 2304), we measured MMP-9 and performed magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the abdominal aorta, measuring aortic compliance, plaque, wall thickness and luminal diameter. After adjustment for traditional cardiac risk factors and body size, higher MMP-9 quartiles were independ... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5320051 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5320051 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5320050&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F5%2F331%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, CHF and lesion characteristics (MLD, percent stenosis and lesion length) are determinants of renal function in patients with RAS. In contrast, the acute improvement in renal function after revascularization is most strongly influenced by baseline GFR, and to a lesser degree CHF and combined procedural treatment with abciximab and embolic protection but not lesion characteristics. Clinical Trial Registration – URL:http://www.clinicaltrials.gov. Unique identifier: NCT00234585 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5320050 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5320050 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5320049&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F5%2F323%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, our analyses suggest that the presence of carotid plaque, rather than the thickness of intima-media, appears to be associated with increased risk of CV morbidity and mortality, but confirmation of these findings in other population and prospective studies is required. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5320049 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5320049 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5115497&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F4%2F317%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5115497 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5115497 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5115496&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F4%2F314%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5115496 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5115496 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5115495&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F4%2F312%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5115495 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5115495 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5115494&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F4%2F302%3Frss%3D1 We present information from early phantom experiments and excised human limb studies to in vivo carotid artery scans and provide evidence for the ability of ARFI to provide high-quality images which highlight mechanical differences in tissue stiffness not readily apparent in matched B-mode images. This allows ARFI to identify soft from hard plaques and differentiate characteristics associated with plaque vulnerability or stability. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5115494 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5115494 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5115493&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F4%2F288%3Frss%3D1 Acrocyanosis is symmetric, painless, discoloration of different shades of blue in the distal parts of the body that is marked by symmetry, relative persistence of the skin color changes with aggravation by cold exposure, and frequent association with local hyperhidrosis of hands and feet. Described over a century ago and despite seeming familiarity, it remains a poorly understood condition that shares much in clinical presentation with other conditions characterized by skin color changes in the distal parts of the body. The diagnosis remains mostly clinical, and pathological mechanisms vary suggesting that acrocyanosis may not be a single entity. We performed an extensive literature review to summarize existing knowledge about the demographics, pathology, diagnosis, and treatment of this c... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5115493 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5115493 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5115492&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F4%2F284%3Frss%3D1 We report a case of successful thoracic duct embolization to treat large-volume chylothorax due to blunt trauma. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5115492 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5115492 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5115491&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F4%2F275%3Frss%3D1 We compared arterial elasticity in American Indian and Caucasian children, adolescents, and young adults, and we assessed whether demographic, body composition, and ambulatory activity measures were predictive of arterial elasticity within each group. Fifty-one American Indians and 66 Caucasians between the ages of 8 and 30 years were assessed on large artery elasticity index, small artery elasticity index, body fat percentage, and daily ambulatory activity during 7 consecutive days. American Indians had a higher percentage of body fat than Caucasians (p = 0.002), whereas daily ambulatory activity measures were similar (p > 0.05). American Indians had a 16% lower large artery elasticity index (p = 0.007) and a 19% lower small artery elasticity index (p < 0.001) than Caucasians. The r... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5115491 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5115491 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5115490&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F4%2F267%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, shear rate appears to explain up to a third of between-person variability in FMD response and our results support the reporting of shear rate and FMD with and without adjustment for shear rate in similar clinical populations with CVD risk factors. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5115490 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5115490 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5115489&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F4%2F260%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, depressive symptoms are associated with less improvement in health status 1 year after undergoing a peripheral endovascular revascularization (PER) as compared with those having no depression or whose depressive symptoms improve. Efforts to improve depression detection and treatment among patients with PAD may improve the health status outcomes of these patients. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5115489 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5115489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5115488&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F4%2F253%3Frss%3D1 We aimed to determine the relationships between resting left ventricular (LV) wall motion abnormalities (WMAs), aortic plaque, and peripheral artery disease (PAD) in a community cohort. A total of 1726 Framingham Heart Study Offspring Cohort participants (806 males, 65 ± 9 years) underwent cardiovascular magnetic resonance with quantification of aortic plaque volume and assessment of regional left ventricular systolic function. Claudication, lower extremity revascularization, and ankle–brachial index (ABI) were recorded at the most contemporaneous examination visit. WMAs were associated with greater aortic plaque burden, decreased ABI, and claudication in age- and sex-adjusted analyses (all p < 0.001), which were not significant after adjustment for cardiovascular risk fact... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5115488 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5115488 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5115487&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F4%2F247%3Frss%3D1 Mechanisms underlying the role of lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2 (Lp-PLA2) in atherosclerotic development are not completely understood. We evaluated the relationship of Lp-PLA2 with endothelial dysfunction, an early manifestation of atherosclerosis, in a cohort without known clinical cardiovascular disease. A total of 2809 participants in the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis underwent plasma Lp-PLA2 mass and activity measurement and brachial artery flow-mediated vasodilation testing. In adjusted linear regression models, higher Lp-PLA2 mass and activity levels were not associated with lower endothelial function (–0.04%, p = 0.51 and –0.09%, p = 0.10, respectively). Among individuals with subclinical atherosclerosis based on ankle–brachial index (ABI) or car... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5115487 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5115487 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5115486&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F4%2F239%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, these prospective data suggest a strong prognostic role for uncontrolled blood pressure and, particularly, uncontrolled systolic blood pressure in the development of peripheral atherosclerosis in women. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5115486 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5115486 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4890093&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F3%2F217%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4890093 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4890093 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4890092&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F3%2F215%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4890092 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4890092 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4890091&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F3%2F213%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4890091 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4890091 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4890090&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F3%2F203%3Frss%3D1 Functional performance influences quality of life in individuals with peripheral artery disease (PAD) and is also a powerful prognostic marker in these patients. The pathophysiology of impaired functional performance in patients with PAD is incompletely understood. The severity of atherosclerotic burden, non-invasively assessed by the ankle—brachial index (ABI), does not reliably predict the degree of functional impairment observed in PAD patients. We review associations of measures of arterial function (arterial stiffness and endothelial dysfunction) with functional performance in PAD patients, and also review potential therapies for arterial stiffness and endothelial dysfunction that could improve functional pe... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4890090 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4890090 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4890089&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F3%2F191%3Frss%3D1 is a serious disease entity which, based on the pathogenesis and in view of the individual patient’s prognosis, must be divided into a primary and a secondary form. Primary upper extremity deep venous thrombosis is, when related to effort, a rather benign disease with excellent prognosis quoad vitam, carrying only a minor potential of developing disabling post-thrombotic syndrome. If primary upper extremity deep venous thrombosis occurs without any obvious cause, screening for underlying malignancy is recommended. Secondary upper extremity deep venous thrombosis typically occurs in older patients with severe comorbidities, mainly related to indwelling central venous catheters and cancer. As a consequence of the ... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4890089 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4890089 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4890088&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F3%2F183%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, the administration of darbepoetin alfa for 4 weeks increased a subset of EPCs, improved endothelial function and increased cell proliferation, including those with diabetes, which is consistent with a favorable improvement in vascular health. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4890088 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4890088 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4890087&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F3%2F173%3Frss%3D1 We hypothesized that, in the absence of clinically recognized dementia, cognitive dysfunction measured by the clock draw test (CDT) is associated with greater functional impairment in men and women with peripheral artery disease (PAD). Participants were men and women aged 60 years and older with Mini-Mental Status Examination scores ≥ 24 with PAD (n = 335) and without PAD (n = 234). We evaluated the 6-minute walk test, 4-meter walking velocity at usual and fastest pace, the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB), and accelerometer-measured physical activity. CDTs were scored using the Shulman system as follows: Category 1 (worst): CDT score 0—2; Category 2: CDT score 3; Category 3 (best): CDT score 4—... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4890087 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4890087 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4890086&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F3%2F167%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, this study showed that the Chinese version of the WIQ is a valid, reliable and clinically relevant instrument for assessing walking impairment in patients with intermittent claudication. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4890086 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4890086 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4730726&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F2%2F161%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4730726 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4730726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4730725&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F2%2F159%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4730725 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4730725 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4730724&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F2%2F157%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4730724 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4730724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4730723&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F2%2F145%3Frss%3D1 Assessment of vascular disease has evolved from mere indirect and direct measurements of luminal stenosis to sophisticated imaging methods to depict millimeter structural changes of the vasculature. In the near future, the emergence of multimodal molecular imaging strategies may enable robust therapeutic and diagnostic (‘theragnostic’) approaches to vascular diseases that comprehensively consider structural, functional, biological and genomic characteristics of the disease in individualized risk assessment, early diagnosis and delivery of targeted interventions.This review presents a summary of recent preclinical and clinical developments in molecular imaging and theragnostic applications covering diverse atherosclerosis events such as endothelial activation, macrophage inflamm... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4730723 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4730723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4730722&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F2%2F131%3Frss%3D1 Multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) enables imaging of the entire arterial tree non-invasively. Optimal technical considerations for performing MDCT angiography (MDCTA) are essential for accurate diagnosis and atherosclerotic disease stratification. This review article focuses on the various technical aspects necessary for peripheral computed tomographic angiography (CTA) acquisition. Common clinical indications for peripheral MDCTA and the latest scan protocols are described. The essential issue of radiation dose reduction is discussed, along with methods of optimal contrast bolus detection and delivery. Post-processing techniques are also presented. Previously, digital subtraction angiography was the only established reliable imaging technique to quantify atherosclerotic disease loa... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4730722 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4730722 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4730721&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F2%2F119%3Frss%3D1 Thromboembolic complications are the second leading cause of death in cancer patients. In contrast to the large body of literature on venous thromboembolism (VTE), relatively few reports have focused on the pathogenesis, incidence, management and outcomes of arterial thromboembolic events in patients with malignancy. The purpose of this article is to review the current literature on the etiology, mechanisms, and prognosis of arterial thromboembolic events in cancer patients and outline appropriate screening and management guidelines that may help lower the rates of morbidity and mortality related to these events. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4730721 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4730721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4730720&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F2%2F113%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, these results suggest that 3 hours of firefighting activities increase both arterial stiffness and vasodilation. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4730720 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4730720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4730719&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F2%2F109%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, patients with symptomatic CFA atherosclerotic disease obtained excellent clinical outcomes with angioplasty with stenting. We found that angioplasty with stenting of the CFA did not preclude future CFA vascular access. Our data suggest that catheter-based therapies should be considered as an option to open surgery in selected patients with symptomatic CFA disease. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4730719 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4730719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4730718&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F2%2F103%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, our study suggests that enhanced type III collagen deposition was associated with inflammation, neovascularization and IPH, and may be a contributing factor in DM plaque progression. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4730718 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4730718 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4730717&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F2%2F97%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, higher peak perfusion and prolonged recovery time in children with morbid obesity seem to reflect microvascular dysfunction due to an impaired vasoconstrictive ability of precapillary sphincters. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4730717 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4730717 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4730716&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F2%2F87%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, in this large multi-ethnic Asian population, we document the distribution and risk factor associations for PAD. PAD shows an ethnic distribution similar to that of coronary artery disease in Singapore, with differences in sex distribution. Apart from traditional vascular risk factors, pulse pressure, renal impairment and a past history of stroke are important determinants of PAD. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4730716 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4730716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681613&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F1%2F81%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681613 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4681613 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681612&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F1%2F79%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681612 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4681612 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681611&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F16%2F1%2F35%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681611 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4681611 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681610&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F1%2F29%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, vascular medicine practitioners including cardiologists and vascular surgeons caring for patients with arterial disease should routinely assess for subclavian stenosis. There are excellent screening tools and effective medical therapies which can be instituted if diagnosed early. When the need for revascularization arises, percutaneous modalities are favored given their proven long-term efficacy, decreased morbidity and mortality, and cost-effectiveness. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681610 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4681610 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681609&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F1%2F19%3Frss%3D1 Stroke is among the leading causes of death and serious disability in the United States. Treatment of the acute ischemic stroke patient requires a multidisciplinary approach involving first-responders, emergency department personnel, neurologists, advanced imaging experts and endovascular specialists with neurosurgical support. Contemporary stroke treatment is a rapidly advancing field. New developments in pharmacologic and endovascular stroke therapy require thoughtful trial design and expeditious trial implementation to assess clinical outcomes. This manuscript reviews the state of the art in acute stroke therapy. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681609 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4681609 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681608&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F1%2F13%3Frss%3D1 The aim of the current study was to explore the possible association of the polymorphism of C(-735)T in MMP-2 with the vulnerable plaque risk in ultrasound-confirmed carotid atherosclerosis cases. Serum MMP-2 levels were measured to investigate the relationship between the MMP-2 level and the genetic variability. The MMP-2 polymorphism was detected by PCR-RFLP in the 243 cases with stable plaque and 221 cases with vulnerable plaque. Serum MMP-2 levels were measured with ELISA. The results showed that MMP-2 was significantly higher in the cases with vulnerable plaque than in the cases with stable plaque. A statistical difference was found between the genotype distributions in the vulnerable plaque cases and that in the stable cases. T-allele frequency was also found to be over-represented i... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681608 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4681608 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681607&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F16%2F1%2F3%3Frss%3D1 We determined whether more adverse calf muscle characteristics and poorer peripheral nerve function were associated with impairments in self-perceived physical functioning and walking ability in persons with lower extremity peripheral artery disease (PAD). Participants included 462 persons with PAD; measures included the ankle—brachial index (ABI), medical history, electrophysiologic characteristics of nerves, and computed tomography of calf muscle. Self-perceived physical functioning and walking ability were assessed using the 36-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-36) and the Walking Impairment Questionnaire (WIQ). Results were adjusted for age, sex, race, ABI, body mass index, comorbidities, and other confounders. Lower calf muscle area was associated with a poorer SF-36 physical fu... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681607 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4681607 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4283948&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F6%2F517%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4283948 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4283948 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4283947&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F6%2F515%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: Endovascular and open repair for AAA have similar survival outcomes at 6 years. There is an increased rate of reintervention associated with endovascular repair, primarily due to graft-related complications. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4283947 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4283947 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4283946&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F6%2F513%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4283946 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4283946 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4283945&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F6%2F481%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4283945 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4283945 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4283944&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F6%2F469%3Frss%3D1 Athletes rarely present with symptoms or clinical findings suggestive of vascular disease. However, vascular etiologies should be considered when an athlete complains of persistent symptoms which are refractory to conservative therapies commonly used for presumed musculoskeletal injuries. A comprehensive history should be performed, with special consideration to the postures the athlete assumes repeatedly during their chosen sport. Musculoskeletal anatomy surrounding the vascular bed of interest should be thoroughly reviewed. Physical examination should include provocative maneuvers specific to the suspected vascular disorder. The proper use of noninvasive diagnostic studies, including duplex ultrasonography, computerized tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), along with ca... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4283944 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4283944 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4283943&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F6%2F461%3Frss%3D1 The ‘Cardiovascular Continuum’ was described by Dzau and colleagues in 2006 to explain the development over many years of coronary disease with its complications, then end-stage heart failure. The Continuum identified different points along the way where the process could be interrupted by drug therapies or interventions, then described the trials that have been undertaken over the last three decades to establish their value. The approach summarized the major steps in cardiology through modern times, but it had an emphasis on coronary atherosclerosis in prosperous nations, and did not account fully for the problems of aging, which occur in all societies. Aging of the aorta and elastic arteries causes arterial stiffening and leads to development of cardiac failure and microvascu... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4283943 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4283943 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4283942&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F6%2F451%3Frss%3D1 We describe 10 consecutive patients with IVCA-associated DVT and conducted an extensive literature review to investigate the typical spectrum of IVCA-associated DVT. Among our patients (eight men and two women; mean age, 25 ± 4.5 years), DVT followed intense and unusual (major) physical activity for eight of them. DVT was bilateral in six patients and unilateral in four. Ultrasonography was unable to detect IVCA, which was visualized by computed-tomography scans for seven patients, and magnetic resonance imaging and angiography for 10. Hereditary thrombophilia screening, to detect factor V Leiden or prothrombin gene heterozygosity (G20210A mutation), was positive for only two patients. Wearing elastic stockings and taking an indefinite or long-term vitamin K antagonist were prescrib... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4283942 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4283942 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4283941&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F6%2F443%3Frss%3D1 To determine whether there are sex differences in the prevalence of peripheral artery disease, we performed an observational study of 1014 men and 547 women, aged ≥ 40 years, referred for elective coronary angiography. Women were slightly older, more obese, had higher low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels and systolic blood pressure (BP), and were more likely to be African American. Women had higher high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) levels, lower diastolic BP, and were less likely to smoke or to have a history of cardiovascular disease. Women had less prevalent (62% vs 81%) and less severe coronary artery disease (CAD) (p < 0.001 for both) by coronary angiography, but more prevalent peripheral artery disease (PAD) as determined by the ankle—brachial inde... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4283941 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4283941 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4283940&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F6%2F439%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, we found that one in five patients receiving infra-popliteal angioplasty for CLI has had a similar percutaneous revascularization procedure in the past. Among these patients most cases were for restenosis rather than de novo lesions. Further research is needed to determine whether the incidence of recurrent CLI is due to de novo lesions or restenosis. Close clinical follow-up of these patients and maintaining long-term patency with endovascular techniques will likely reduce CLI recurrence. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4283940 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4283940 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4034886&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F5%2F435%3Frss%3D1 (No abstract is available for this citation) (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4034886 Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:33:00 +0100 4034886 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4034885&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F5%2F433%3Frss%3D1 (No abstract is available for this citation) (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4034885 Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:33:00 +0100 4034885 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4034884&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F5%2F429%3Frss%3D1 (No abstract is available for this citation) (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4034884 Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:33:00 +0100 4034884 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4034883&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F5%2F419%3Frss%3D1 Acute pulmonary embolism (PE) presents as a constellation of clinical syndromes with a variety of prognostic implications. Patients with acute PE who have normal systemic arterial blood pressure and no evidence of right ventricular (RV) dysfunction have an excellent prognosis with therapeutic anticoagulation alone. Normotensive acute PE patients with evidence of RV dysfunction are categorized as having submassive PE and comprise a population at intermediate risk for adverse events and early mortality. Patients with massive PE present with syncope, systemic arterial hypotension, cardiogenic shock, or cardiac arrest and have the highest risk for short-term mortality and adverse events. The majority of deaths from acute PE are due to RV pressure overload and subsequent RV failure. The goal of... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4034883 Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:33:00 +0100 4034883 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4034882&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F5%2F407%3Frss%3D1 First differentiated from arterial causes of acute mesenteric ischemia 75 years ago, acute mesenteric venous thrombosis (MVT) is an uncommon disorder with non-specific signs and symptoms, the diagnosis of which requires a high index of suspicion. The location, extent, and rapidity of thrombus formation determine whether intestinal infarction ensues. Etiologies, when identified, usually can be separated into local intra-abdominal factors and inherited or acquired hypercoagulable states. The diagnosis is most often made by contrast-enhanced computed tomography, though angiography and exploratory surgery still have important diagnostic as well as therapeutic roles. Anticoagulation prevents clot propagation and is associated with decreased recurrence and mortality. Thrombectomy and thrombolysi... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4034882 Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:33:00 +0100 4034882 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4034881&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F5%2F399%3Frss%3D1 Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) cannot be diagnosed solely on a clinical basis owing to the lack of sensitivity and specificity of clinical signs and symptoms. Phlebography and pulmonary angiography are invasive and resource-demanding imaging modalities. Because the prevalence of DVT and PE is relatively low (typically 20% or less) among clinically suspected individuals, submitting all of them to imaging would not be cost-effective. Therefore, non-invasive diagnostic algorithms have been developed that include clinical probability assessment and D-dimer measurement. These initial steps allow the selection of patients who require non-invasive imaging: compression ultrasonography in cases of suspected DVT and multidetector computed tomography (CT) angiography in cases ... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4034881 Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:33:00 +0100 4034881 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4034880&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F5%2F387%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion,VSS and VOO are associated with worse physical QoL and increased pain. VOO and VTE are associated with impaired ADL. We hypothesize that rapid clearance of venous outflow obstruction in individuals with acute VTE will improve their QoL and ADL. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4034880 Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:33:00 +0100 4034880 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4034879&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F5%2F375%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, the data suggest a new mechanism for the increased WBC associated with tobacco use. The effect of nicotine to activate hematopoiesis may contribute to tobacco-related diseases. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4034879 Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:33:00 +0100 4034879 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4034878&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F5%2F371%3Frss%3D1 Hypoxia-inducible factor 1 (HIF1) is a key regulator of angiogenesis and is involved in inflammation, which are two important features of the pathogenesis of peripheral artery disease (PAD). The gene for the HIF1-alpha subunit (HIF1A) carries two common mis-sense mutations, P582S (C>T, rs11549465) and A588T (G>A, rs11549467), which both have been related to increased trans-activation capacity of HIF1-alpha. The aim of the present study was to analyze the role of these polymorphisms in PAD. The study was designed as a case-control study including 917 patients with documented PAD and 969 control subjects. HIF1A genotypes were determined by exonuclease (TaqMan) assays. HIF1A P582S genotype frequencies were not significantly different between PAD patients (PP 82.2%; PS 16.5%; SS 1.3%) an... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4034878 Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:33:00 +0100 4034878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4034877&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F5%2F361%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, the test of ABI ≤ 0.90 can be a simple and useful tool to identify PAD with serious stenosis, and may be substituted for other non-invasive tests in clinical practice. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4034877 Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:33:00 +0100 4034877 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4034876&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F5%2F351%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, a higher percent Native American ancestry in Hispanics is associated with a lower odds of PAD while in both Hispanics and African Americans, greater European ancestry does not appear to be associated with lower odds for PAD. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4034876 Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:33:00 +0100 4034876 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884205&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F4%2F347%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884205 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:21 +0100 3884205 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884204&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F4%2F343%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions: Renal artery stenting combined with medical therapy did not improve renal function compared to medical therapy alone in patients with atherosclerotic renal artery disease. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884204 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:21 +0100 3884204 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884203&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F4%2F341%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884203 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:21 +0100 3884203 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884202&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F4%2F339%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884202 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:21 +0100 3884202 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884201&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F4%2F333%3Frss%3D1 This article reviews the most relevant clinical aspects of the disease and the current practice of diagnosis and treatment of CMI. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884201 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:21 +0100 3884201 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884200&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F4%2F321%3Frss%3D1 The differentiation of embryonic stem cells along the endothelial cell lineage requires a tightly coordinated sequence of events that are regulated in both space and time. Although significant gaps remain in this process, major strides have been made over the past 10 years in identifying the growth factors, signal transduction pathways, and transcription factors that function together as critical mediators of this process. Examples of some of the signal transduction pathways include the hedgehog (HH), WNT, BMP, and Notch pathways. A complex interplay between growth factors, and activation of a variety of signal transduction pathways leads to the induction of transcriptional programs that promote the differentiation of embryonic stem cells along the endothelial lineage and ultimately into a... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884200 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:20 +0100 3884200 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884199&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F4%2F315%3Frss%3D1 We report a case of a 46-year-old, HIV-positive, African-American man who developed an asymptomatic juxtarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, which significantly regressed over a 6-month period in the absence of arteritides or systemic immunosuppressive therapy. This case describes the spontaneous regression of an inflammatory AAA in an HIV-positive patient. Further studies will be required to determine if this was an isolated occurrence or if it occurs with any frequency in specific patient populations. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884199 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:20 +0100 3884199 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884198&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F4%2F307%3Frss%3D1 Liposomes have been used as imaging and therapeutic agents in various tissues but only infrequently in the cardiovascular system. We prepared a liposome to target atheromas in a Watanabe heritable hyperlipidemic (WHHL) rabbit model. Liposomes labeled with rhodamine and nanogold were injected intra-arterially into the descending thoracic aortas of WHHL rabbits. The arterial segments of interest were perfusion-fixed and evaluated with immunohistochemistry, light microscopy, and electron microscopy. Deconvolution microscopy showed that rhodamine label was concentrated in the plaque shoulder regions of advanced-stage atheromas; however, rhodamine label was not found in adjacent, non-atherosclerotic aorta. Transmission electron microscopy revealed liposome remnants and the highest concentration... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884198 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:20 +0100 3884198 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884197&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F4%2F299%3Frss%3D1 Elevated pulse pressure (PP) is increasingly being recognized as a cardiovascular risk factor. To investigate whether PP is associated with endothelial function in subjects with no apparent heart disease we prospectively assessed brachial flow-mediated dilation (FMD) in 525 consecutive subjects with no apparent heart disease [323 (61%) men, mean age 52 ± 11I years, mean body mass index (BMI) 26 ± 4 kg/m2]. Following an overnight fast and discontinuation of all medications for ≥ 12 hours, the FMD and endothelium-independent, nitroglycerin-mediated vasodilation (NTG) were assessed using high-resolution linear array ultrasound. Univariate linear analysis revealed a significant inverse association between FMD and PP (r = —0.65, p < 0.01), systolic blood pressure (r = ... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884197 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:20 +0100 3884197 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884196&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F4%2F287%3Frss%3D1 Synthetic and to a lesser extent vein graft failure is still a major problem in the treatment of peripheral arterial disease, with neointimal hyperplasia being the main cause for graft occlusion in the medium and long term. This review aims to establish the current status of external stents or sheaths in the prevention of intimal hyperplasia in small diameter (< 6 mm) vein grafts. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884196 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:20 +0100 3884196 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884195&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F4%2F279%3Frss%3D1 This study was performed to investigate the relationship between vascular endothelial function and circulating EPC number in T2DM. A total of 46 newly diagnosed T2DM patients (DM group) and 51 healthy subjects (NG group) were recruited. Metformin was administered to all patients for 16 weeks. Endothelial function was assessed by flow-mediated brachial artery dilatation (FMD). EPC was defined by CD45 low/CD34+/VEGFR2+ and quantified by flow cytometry. The EPC number in the DM group was significantly lower than that in the NG group (p < 0.001), and improved markedly after treatment (p < 0.001). The results of FMD were consistent with EPC variations among the three groups (p < 0.001). In multivariate regression analysis, the EPC number was an independent risk factor for FMD at baseli... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884195 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:20 +0100 3884195 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884194&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F4%2F275%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, isokinetic strength and endurance testing in the ankle joints of patients with PAD presents reliability coefficients ranging from 0.77 to 0.96. However, strength and endurance increased between the first and the other test sessions performed on separate days, suggesting that two test sessions are necessary for the accurate evaluation of strength and endurance in patients with PAD. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884194 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:20 +0100 3884194 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884193&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F4%2F267%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, circulating levels of ADMA correlate independently with measures of disease severity and major adverse cardiovascular events. Agents that target this pathway may be useful for this patient population. Clinical Trial Registration — URL: http:// www.clinicaltrials.gov. Unique identifier: NCT00284076 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884193 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:20 +0100 3884193 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884192&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F4%2F259%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, polyvascular disease patients have more cardiovascular risk factors, and the prognosis for these patients is significantly worse than for patients with single arterial bed disease. This suggests a need to improve detection and consequent medical treatment of polyvascular disease. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884192 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:20 +0100 3884192 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3884191&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F4%2F251%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, among 156 participants with PAD with and without intermittent claudication, lower ABI values are associated significantly with poorer walking endurance, assessed by three distinct measures. Clinical Trial Registration — URL: http://www.clinicaltrials.gov. Unique identifier: NCT00106327 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3884191 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:06:20 +0100 3884191 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3576160&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F3%2F245%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3576160 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:39:45 +0100 3576160 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3576159&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F3%2F243%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3576159 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:39:45 +0100 3576159 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3576158&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F3%2F239%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3576158 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:39:45 +0100 3576158 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3576157&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F3%2F235%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3576157 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:39:45 +0100 3576157 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3576156&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F3%2F233%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3576156 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:39:45 +0100 3576156 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3576155&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F3%2F223%3Frss%3D1 Despite the central, complex role for the lymphatic system in the maintenance of human health, the biology of this important and complex vasculature has been relatively under-investigated. However, the last decade has witnessed a substantial growth in the elucidation of lymphatic structural biology and the function of this system in health and in disease. These newly gained insights can be used to formulate our evolving concepts about the diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to patients with lymphatic vascular disorders. In lymphedema, there is a spectrum of disease that extends from primary (heritable) to secondary (acquired) causes. Once detected, the presence of lymphatic edema mandates very specific modalities of intervention, predominated by physiotherapeutic techniques. In addition,... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3576155 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:39:45 +0100 3576155 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3576154&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F3%2F215%3Frss%3D1 Maladaptive peripheral arterial remodeling, which leads to large arteries with low shear stress, may be associated with increased cardiovascular risk. We tested the hypothesis that arterial enlargement in severe obesity represents maladaptive remodeling and that weight reduction would reverse this process. We evaluated brachial arterial diameter and flow using ultrasound in 244 severely obese patients (age 44 ± 11 years, 80% female, body mass index (BMI) 46 ± 9 kg/m) at baseline and in a group of 67 subjects who experienced weight loss at 1 year. Higher BMI was associated with larger brachial artery diameter (p = 0.01) and lower shear stress (p = 0.008), indicating maladaptive remodeling. Significant (≥ 10%) weight reduction was associated with a decrease in resting arteri... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3576154 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:39:45 +0100 3576154 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3576153&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F3%2F205%3Frss%3D1 Dimethylarginine dimethylaminohydrolase (DDAH) degrades asymmetric dimethylarginine (ADMA), an endogenously produced nitric oxide (NO) synthase inhibitor. In mammals, two isoforms of DDAH, DDAH1 and DDAH2, are expressed in the cardiovascular system, suggesting that ADMA concentrations are actively regulated in blood vessels, raising the possibility that cardiovascular metabolism of ADMA constitutes a novel mechanism for the regulation of NO production. The purpose of this study was to determine the role of DDAH-catalyzed asymmetric methylarginine metabolism in the regulation of vascular function. We developed adenoviral vectors for the expression of human DDAH1 and 2. Overexpression of DDAH1 or 2 in human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVEC) increases DDAH activity, reduces ADMA concen... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3576153 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:39:45 +0100 3576153 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3576152&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F3%2F197%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, FV duplicity is frequent, and occurred in 55% of all limbs studied. However, complete extension duplicated veins with similar diameters was an uncommon condition, noticed in fewer than 10% of limbs. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3576152 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:39:45 +0100 3576152 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3576151&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F3%2F189%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, self-efficacy, a psychosocial mediator for behavior change, was significantly associated with walking ability in individuals with diabetes mellitus and PAD. Future studies should determine the benefits of targeting self-efficacy to improve adherence to walking therapy in patients with PAD. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3576151 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:39:45 +0100 3576151 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3576150&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F3%2F181%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, treatment with cilostazol achieves benefits in walking distance that are sustained at 24 weeks and observed irrespective of baseline clinical characteristics. Cilostazol demonstrated no increased risk of all-cause mortality. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3576150 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:39:45 +0100 3576150 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3576149&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F3%2F171%3Frss%3D1 In patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD), statins may improve the symptoms of claudication. The Intermittent Claudication Proof of Principle (ICPOP) study tested the hypothesis that the combination of extended release niacin plus lovastatin would improve exercise performance in patients with PAD and claudication compared with a diet intervention. A phase 3 double-blind, parallel-group, multi-center, 28-week multi-national study evaluated subjects with a history of claudication who had an ankle—brachial index (ABI) ≤ 0.90, a reproducible peak treadmill walking time (PWT) of 1—20 minutes, and a low-density lipoprotein (LDL)-cholesterol level < 160 mg/dl (< 4.1 mmol/l). Subjects were randomly assigned to low-dose niacin 1000 mg plus lovastatin 40 mg (low niacin&md... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3576149 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:39:45 +0100 3576149 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3576148&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F3%2F163%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, the study indicates that poor HRQoL predicts long-term survival in patients with PAD, and provides prognostic value above established risk factors. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3576148 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:39:45 +0100 3576148 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3479002&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F2%2F137%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3479002 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:58:48 +0100 3479002 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3479001&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F2%2F135%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3479001 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:58:48 +0100 3479001 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3479000&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F2%2F127%3Frss%3D1 Aortic dissection is a rare, potentially catastrophic vascular emergency. Early recognition of the clinical manifestations, rapid confirmation using imaging modalities, urgent administration of appropriate medication and expedient selection of definitive long-term therapy are key to preserving life and reducing morbidity. In recent years it has become increasingly clear that there is a relation between cocaine and aortic dissection. Cocaine serves as both a predisposing factor to aortic dissection due to its effect on aortic connective tissue and as a precipitating factor due to its propensity to produce abrupt and severe hypertension. While similarities exist in the clinical features and diagnostic methods between cocaine-related aortic dissection and aortic dissection unrelated to cocain... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3479000 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:58:48 +0100 3479000 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3478999&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F2%2F119%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, peripheral endothelial dysfunction is a correlate of low exercise capacity in smokers and non-smokers alike. Future research is needed to examine if improving endothelial function will lead to concomitant increases in exercise capacity in chronic smokers. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3478999 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:58:48 +0100 3478999 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3478998&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F2%2F113%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, genetic variation within FBLN5 is unlikely to play any role in the development of AAA. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3478998 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:58:48 +0100 3478998 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3478997&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F2%2F107%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, CKD is a risk factor for PAD. The combined CKD and PAD patients had the highest risk for all-cause and CVD mortality. Early recognition of risk can be made by taking an ankle—brachial index measurement of PAD; a corresponding laboratory assessment should be used as a measurement of renal function for PAD patients. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3478997 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:58:48 +0100 3478997 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3478996&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F2%2F99%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, baseline knowledge of the ABI test was poor among a sample of internal medicine residents. These results suggest that instruction regarding the ABI test is deficient in medical school and residency programs and requires action by those responsible for the education of medical students and residents. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3478996 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:58:48 +0100 3478996 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3478995&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F2%2F91%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, over long time periods, low ABI may be associated with reduced cognitive function in older adults, at least partly because the associated poor health creates anxiety and depression. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3478995 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:58:48 +0100 3478995 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3478994&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F2%2F83%3Frss%3D1 Among 355 peripheral arterial disease (PAD) patients with low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels ≥ 70 mg/dl, we assessed knowledge regarding optimal LDL levels and the importance of LDL-C-lowering therapy. We also assessed PAD participants’ behaviors and attitudes regarding their engagement with their physician in treatment decisions for LDL-C lowering. The average baseline LDL-C level of participants was 103.4 mg/dl ± 30.7 mg/dl. Seventy-six percent of participants were taking at least one cholesterol-lowering medication. Sixty-six percent were unable to define their optimal LDL-C. Only 47% strongly agreed that their own actions and decisions could reduce their LDL-C. Just 29.8% were aware that patients who request specific medications from their physician were... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3478994 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:58:48 +0100 3478994 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192514&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F1%2F79%3Frss%3D1 This article appeared in Vascular Medicine, Vol. 14, No. 4, 339–349 (2009) DOI: 10.1177/1358863X09104222. The tilting power chair was referred to as the "PhelbotestTM" rather than the correct term "PhlebotestTM". (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192514 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192514 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192513&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F1%2F75%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192513 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192513 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192512&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F1%2F73%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192512 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192512 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192511&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F15%2F1%2F71%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192511 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192511 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192510&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F1%2F61%3Frss%3D1 Owing to recent progress in analytical techniques, metallomics are evolving from detecting distinct trace metals in a defined state to monitor the dynamic changes in the abundance and location of trace metals in vitro and in vivo. Vascular metallomics is an emerging field that studies the role of trace metals in vasculature. This review will introduce common metallomics techniques including atomic absorption spectrometry, inductively coupled plasma-atomic emission spectrometry, inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry and X-ray fluorescence spectrometry with a summary table to compare these techniques. Moreover, we will summarize recent research findings that have applied these techniques to human population studies in cardiovascular diseases, with a particular emphasis on the role of ... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192510 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192510 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192509&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F1%2F55%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, aortic arginine transport by CAT-1 is attenuated in old male rats through upregulation of PKC. In old females, aortic arginine transport is protected from the effects of PKC by an unknown mechanism. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192509 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192509 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192508&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F1%2F47%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, the current study shows for the first time that chronic exposure to nicotine impairs cholinergic angiogenesis, an effect mediated by downregulation of the vascular nAChR, and attenuation of nicotine-induced VEGF release. These studies may explain the impairment in angiogenic processes observed in long-term smokers. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192508 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192508 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192507&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F1%2F39%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, PWA-RHI obtained from PAT is associated with BAD. Studies examining gender differences in microvascular endothelial function with PAT may need to correct for BAD as a potential confounder. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192507 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192507 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192506&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F1%2F33%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, CHD is associated with thickening of the intima of the radial artery whereas media thickness was unchanged compared with HS. Assessment of intima thickness by high-frequency ultrasound may provide a tool for non-invasive early detection of atherosclerosis. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192506 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192506 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192505&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F1%2F27%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, EFS appears to be a safe and effective outpatient therapy for the treatment of symptomatic and complicated VVs. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192505 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192505 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192504&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F1%2F21%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, claudication pain slows ambulatory velocity at preferred and rapid paces, and increases asymmetry when ambulatory function is challenged with rapid walking. The reduced ambulatory speed with the development of claudication pain may be an adaptation to elicit a safer and less destabilizing gait pattern. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192504 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192504 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192503&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F1%2F15%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, while PAD patients constitute a high-risk cohort with known higher adverse event rates, EECP led to similar short- and long-term improvements in angina and quality of life for individuals with PAD compared to those without PAD. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192503 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192503 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192502&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F1%2F9%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, amputations affecting the lower limbs are still a relevant problem in Germany. At the time of an aging German population it has to be an important goal to lower or at least to stabilize the rate of amputations. The DRG statistics enable the Federal Ministry of Health and health politics to monitor amputation rates easily. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192502 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192502 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3192501&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F15%2F1%2F3%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, placement of a SES for the treatment of ISR in renal arteries is associated with high initial technical success but significant restenosis on duplex ultrasonography at follow-up. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3192501 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:38 +0100 3192501 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864770&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F14%2F4%2F403%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864770 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864770 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864769&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F14%2F4%2F401%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864769 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864769 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864768&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F397%3Frss%3D1 ConclusionsNo differences were observed in mortality or primary patency at 30 days or at 1 year among individual and combined race/gender groups. Black patients, especially black women, were found to have worse secondary patency and limb salvage outcomes after vein bypass surgery for CLI. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864768 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864768 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864767&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F14%2F4%2F393%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864767 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864767 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864766&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F381%3Frss%3D1 AbstractPeripheral arterial disease (PAD), a relatively common manifestation of atherosclerotic vascular disease, is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Although conventional risk factors contribute to the onset and progression of PAD, the role of ‘novel’ biomarkers in pathways of inflammation, thrombosis, lipoprotein metabolism, and oxidative stress in determining susceptibility to PAD is being increasingly recognized. Validation of novel risk factors for PAD may allow earlier detection, an improved understanding of disease etiology and progression, and the development of new therapies. In this review, we discuss available evidence for associations between novel circulating markers and several aspects of PAD including disease susceptibility, progression, funct... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864766 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864766 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864765&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F377%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, an EH is a rare vascular tumor. The presence of vascular hyperplasia with plump endothelial cells protruding into the lumen is the most important discriminator in establishing the diagnosis of EH. Vascular neoplasms presenting as aneurysms should be considered, especially if other etiologies can be excluded. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864765 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864765 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864764&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F371%3Frss%3D1 We describe the percutaneous treatments and surgical revisions that attempt to restore flow to the hand without compromising the fistula. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864764 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864764 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864763&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F365%3Frss%3D1 We report the case of a 60-year-old patient with acute renal failure and occluded bilateral renal arteries presenting with acute pulmonary edema and non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction. The patient required renal replacement therapy with hemodialysis and was subsequently successfully treated with bilateral renal artery stent placement. Marked improvement in renal function was noted within 1 week with freedom from the need for renal replacement therapy at 4 months of follow-up. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864763 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864763 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864762&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F361%3Frss%3D1 We report a case of sustained 24-month patency after repair of recurrent renal artery in-stent restenosis with use of a sirolimus-eluting stent. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864762 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864762 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864761&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F351%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, this study supports a moderate association of SDB and larger baseline brachial artery diameter, which may reflect SDB-induced vascular remodeling. This study does not support a link between SDB and endothelial dysfunction as measured by brachial artery flow-mediated dilation. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864761 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864761 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864760&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F339%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, increasing patient age and BMI, prior DVT (particularly left leg DVT), longer time interval since DVT and varicose veins are independent risk factors for venous stasis syndrome. Venous stasis syndrome related to DVT is due to venous outflow obstruction and venous valvular incompetence, while venous stasis syndrome related to older age and to varicose veins is due to venous outflow obstruction and to venous valvular incompetence, respectively. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864760 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864760 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864759&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F331%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, the penile brachial index is relatively insensitive for the detection of proximal abnormal blood flow impairment except in the case of bilateral occlusion of arteries supplying the hypogastric circulation in patients with claudication. A normal penile pressure is probably not efficient enough to rule out the presence of lesions on the arteries towards the hypogastric circulation in patients with arterial claudication. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864759 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864759 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864758&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F323%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, there was a positive association between infrarenal aortic diameters and heavy drinking, as well as lipoprotein (a) levels. Furthermore, the novel and unexpected inverse association between LDL-C/HDL-C, LDL-C, TC/HDL-C and abdominal aortic diameter may suggest a possible role for anti-atherogenic lipid profile (characterized by a higher level of HDL-C and lower level of LDL-C) in aortic dilatation processes, which need to be clarified by further studies. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864758 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864758 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864757&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F313%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, a multicenter approach to disseminate the supervised exercise training technique and to evaluate its efficacy, safety and cost-effectiveness for patients with claudication due to peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is being evaluated for the first time in CLEVER. The CLEVER study will further establish the role of supervised exercise training in the treatment of claudication resulting from PAD and provide standardized methods for use of supervised exercise training in future PAD clinical trials as well as in clinical practice. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864757 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864757 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864756&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F305%3Frss%3D1 This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of high-resolution 3D contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance angiography (3D CE MRA) with parallel imaging techniques for the diagnosis of various arterial stenoses and its value for planning endovascular interventional treatment. Thirty-five patients underwent 3D CE MRA before endovascular interventional treatment. Numbers of patients were as follows: clinically documented renal artery stenosis (n = 10), renal transplant artery stenosis (n = 1), carotid artery stenosis (n = 12), iliac artery stenosis (n = 11) and femoro-popliteal artery stenosis (n = 1). A total of 39 arterial segments were treated. The depiction of various arterial stenoses was evaluated. The degree and length of the stenoses were c... Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864756 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864756 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864755&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F297%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, PAD patients with atypical leg symptoms or pain at rest reported more impaired mood than patients without those symptoms. These patients should be monitored closely in clinical practice, as previous research in cardiovascular patients has shown that mood disorders and sub-threshold symptoms predict poor prognosis. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864755 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864755 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864754&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fabstract%2F14%2F4%2F289%3Frss%3D1 In conclusion, our study demonstrates that PAD is more pronounced in men and women with lower socioeconomic status. Diabetes prevention and smoking prevention and cessation programs need to specifically target individuals of lower income and education. According to our findings, prevention of PAD would benefit extraordinarily. (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864754 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:25:27 +0100 2864754 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663619&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F14%2F3%2F285%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663619 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2663619 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663618&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F14%2F3%2F283%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663618 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2663618 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663617&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F14%2F3%2F277%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663617 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2663617 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2663616&cid=s_35339_49_f&fid=35339&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvmj.sagepub.com%2Fcgi%2Freprint%2F14%2F3%2F271%3Frss%3D1 (Source: Vascular Medicine recent issues) Vascular Medicine recent issues journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2663616 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2663616