{"title":"The Relationship between Negative Emotions and Atrial Fibrillation: A Mendelian Randomization Study.","authors":"Xiao-Ting Sun, Yu-Qiao Pang, Hui Li, Wu-Sha Liuhuo, Chao Tang, Li-Zhi Zhao","doi":"10.31083/j.rcm2510356","DOIUrl":"10.31083/j.rcm2510356","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The relationship between negative emotions and atrial fibrillation (AF) has garnered significant attention, yet observational studies have yielded contradictory findings regarding the causal associations between the two. Our study sought to provide genetic evidence for a causal relationship between negative emotions and AF through Mendelian randomization (MR) study.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Utilizing genetic variations associated with negative emotions and AF as instrumental variables (IVs), a two-sample MR study was implemented. The potential causality between the two was initially assessed by using negative emotions as exposure and AF as outcome. Subsequently, potential reverse causality was evaluated by using AF as exposure and negative emotions as outcome. The inverse variance weighted (IVW) method served as the primary analysis for the two-sample MR, supplemented by weighted median method, MR-Egger regression, Simple mode method, and Weighted mode method. Sensitivity analyses were performed using the MR pleiotropy residual sum and outlier test (MR-PRESSO), Cochran Q test, and leave-one-out analysis to ensure the robustness of the results.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The two-sample MR analyses revealed that genetic susceptibility to AF had no potential causal effect on negative emotions (<i>p</i> > 0.05). Conversely, genetic susceptibility to negative emotions was positively correlated with an increased relative risk of AF [odds ratio (OR), 1.173, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.115-1.235, <i>p</i> = 8.475 × 10<sup>-10</sup>]. Furthermore, neither horizontal pleiotropy nor heterogeneity was detected in the analysis.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Genetic evidence from the study supports a potential causal link between negative emotions and AF. The study suggests that negative emotions may elevate the risk of AF, and the escalation of negative emotions in AF patients is more likely attributable to modifiable factors rather than genetically related factors.</p>","PeriodicalId":20989,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in cardiovascular medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11522760/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142558680","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Causal Association of Chronic Venous Insufficiency and Cardiovascular Diseases: A Univariable and Multivariable Mendelian Randomization Study.","authors":"Xiaobo Guo, Kui Zhang, Yiping Sun, Ran Dong","doi":"10.31083/j.rcm2510357","DOIUrl":"10.31083/j.rcm2510357","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The causal relationship between chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) has yet to be elucidated. Herein, we implement Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis to investigate the causal association.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A two-sample MR approach using genetic data from FinnGen and genome-wide association studies (GWAS) Catalog was applied to investigate the causal relationship between CVI and CVDs. This study assessed 77 single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) as instrumental variables, employing random-effect inverse-variance-weighted MR, weighted median, Egger regression, Mendelian Randomization Pleiotropy RESidual Sum and Outlier (MR-PRESSO), and Robust Adjusted Profile Score (RAPS) methods. Multivariable MR (MVMR) considered confounding factors.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Genetically predicted CVI was associated with reduced heart failure risk (odds ratio (OR) = 0.96, 95% confidence interval (95% CI): 0.93-0.99, <i>p</i> = 0.025) and increased atrial fibrillation risk (OR = 1.06, 95% CI: 1.03-1.09, <i>p</i> = 0.0002). MVMR, adjusting for venous thromboembolism (VTE), lower limb ulceration, obesity, smoking, and alcohol, attenuated these associations. No significant links were found with hypertension, aortic aneurysm, coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, valvular heart disease, or stroke.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This MR study supports an association between CVI and CVDs, which may imply CVI should be monitored during the treatment of heart failure and atrial fibrillation.</p>","PeriodicalId":20989,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in cardiovascular medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11522777/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142558637","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Adrian Stef, Constantin Bodolea, Ioana Corina Bocsan, Simona Sorana Cainap, Alexandru Achim, Adela Serban, Aurelia Georgeta Solomonean, Nadina Tintiuc, Anca Dana Buzoianu
{"title":"The Value of Biomarkers in Major Cardiovascular Surgery Necessitating Cardiopulmonary Bypass.","authors":"Adrian Stef, Constantin Bodolea, Ioana Corina Bocsan, Simona Sorana Cainap, Alexandru Achim, Adela Serban, Aurelia Georgeta Solomonean, Nadina Tintiuc, Anca Dana Buzoianu","doi":"10.31083/j.rcm2510355","DOIUrl":"10.31083/j.rcm2510355","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The use of biomarkers in cardiovascular surgery is an evolving field with promising potential; however, current research remains largely limited, requiring further validation for routine clinical application. This review explores the application of biomarkers in cardiovascular surgery, focusing on heart failure, cardiac ischemia, and organ dysfunction, including renal, cerebral, pulmonary, and splanchnic impairments. Additionally, it examines the significance of biomarkers in assessing the inflammatory state and oxidative stress during the perioperative period, particularly in the context of major surgical trauma and cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). From January 2018 to June 2024, we reviewed 133 studies and four systematic reviews and meta-analyses using the Medline, Embase, and Central databases, screening for pre- or postoperative biomarker levels in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Outcomes of interest were postoperative mortality, nonfatal myocardial infarction, stroke, congestive heart failure, and major adverse cardiovascular events (MACEs). Studies reporting multivariable-adjusted risk estimates were included. The findings revealed that cardiac troponins (cTns) and creatine kinase isoenzyme MB (CK-MB) remain the most widely utilized biomarkers for assessing myocardial injury post-surgery. These elevated biomarker levels were consistently associated with an increased risk of postoperative complications, including low cardiac output syndrome, prolonged ventilation, and mortality. Emerging biomarkers, such as heart-type fatty acid-binding protein (h-FABP) and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), demonstrated promising early detection and risk stratification results. In particular, h-FABP increased rapidly within one hour of myocardial injury, peaking at 4-6 hours and returning to baseline within 24 hours. This rapid clearance makes h-FABP a valuable tool for early myocardial injury detection, potentially allowing for timely interventions. Inflammatory biomarkers, including hs-CRP and pentraxin 3 (PTX3), were found to be associated with poor outcomes, such as increased morbidity and mortality. Elevated preoperative levels of these markers were indicative of a heightened inflammatory response, correlating with worse postoperative recovery and higher rates of complications. Furthermore, the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) emerged as a cost-effective and easily accessible predictor of postoperative outcomes. Elevated NLR values were linked to an increased risk of adverse events, including prolonged ventilation, low cardiac output syndrome, and overall mortality. Further, the practicality of measuring NLR through routine blood tests makes it viable for widespread clinical use. In conclusion, integrating biomarkers in cardiovascular surgery significantly advances predicting postoperative outcomes for cardiac surgery patients. Therefore, it is essential to categorize these biomarkers into two distinct groups in the future, infl","PeriodicalId":20989,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in cardiovascular medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-09-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11522763/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142558682","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Vegetation Length is Associated with Long-term Survival in Patients Treated Surgically for Infective Endocarditis.","authors":"Jing-Bin Huang, Sheng-Jing Liang, Chang-Chao Lu, Zhao-Ke Wen","doi":"10.31083/j.rcm2510354","DOIUrl":"10.31083/j.rcm2510354","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The impact of vegetation length on therapeutic decision-making and prediction of long-term survival of patients with infective endocarditis is a highly topical issue. The aim of the study was to clarify the impact of vegetation length greater than 10 mm on long-term survival treated surgically for infective endocarditis.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Patients treated surgically for infective endocarditis in our hospital from January 2006 to November 2022 and were successfully followed up were included in the retrospective analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>814 survivors discharged from our medical center were successfully followed up to the date of death or the end date of the research and allocated to a group with vegetation length <10 mm (n = 432) or ≥10 mm (n = 382). The average follow-up time was 75.1 ± 1.8 months. Multivariate analysis indicated vegetation length ≥10 mm was associated with 1-year and 5-year mortality. Multivariate analysis of Cox regression identified vegetation length ≥10 mm to be associated with all-time mortality. Multivariate analysis identified male gender, long time between symptoms and surgery, more preoperative left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and more preoperative aortic regurgitation to be associated with vegetation length ≥10 mm in infective endocarditis.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Our study indicated that vegetation length ≥10 mm was associated with long-term survival in patients treated surgically for infective endocarditis.</p>","PeriodicalId":20989,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in cardiovascular medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-09-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11522749/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142558626","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Philippe Grieshaber, Christoph Jaschinski, Mina Farag, Elizabeth Fonseca-Escalante, Matthias Gorenflo, Matthias Karck, Tsvetomir Loukanov
{"title":"Surgical Treatment of Atrial Septal Defects.","authors":"Philippe Grieshaber, Christoph Jaschinski, Mina Farag, Elizabeth Fonseca-Escalante, Matthias Gorenflo, Matthias Karck, Tsvetomir Loukanov","doi":"10.31083/j.rcm2510350","DOIUrl":"10.31083/j.rcm2510350","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Atrial septal defects (ASDs) are among the most prevalent congenital cardiac malformations. Closure of the defect and repair of associated cardiac malformations are typically indicated if an ASD is hemodynamically significant or symptomatic. This narrative review aims to summarize key aspects of surgical ASD closures. A non-systematic literature review was conducted to cover surgically relevant aspects of (developmental) anatomy, morphology, and treatment. ASDs result from diverse developmental alterations, leading to subtype-specific associated cardiac malformations, meaning surgical therapy varies accordingly. Presently, surgical repair yields excellent outcomes for all ASD subtypes, with minimally invasive approaches, especially in adults, increasingly employed for ASD closure. Surgical ASD repair is safe with excellent results. However, familiarity with ASD subtypes and typically associated lesions is crucial for optimal patient management.</p>","PeriodicalId":20989,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in cardiovascular medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-09-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11522766/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142558678","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Buyan-Ochir Orgil, Michelle Chintanaphol, Neely R Alberson, Lea Letourneau, Hugo R Martinez, Jeffrey A Towbin, Enkhsaikhan Purevjav
{"title":"Animal Models for Mechanical Circulatory Support: A Research Review.","authors":"Buyan-Ochir Orgil, Michelle Chintanaphol, Neely R Alberson, Lea Letourneau, Hugo R Martinez, Jeffrey A Towbin, Enkhsaikhan Purevjav","doi":"10.31083/j.rcm2510351","DOIUrl":"10.31083/j.rcm2510351","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Heart failure is a clinical syndrome that has become a leading public health problem worldwide. Globally, nearly 64 million individuals are currently affected by heart failure, causing considerable medical, financial, and social challenges. One therapeutic option for patients with advanced heart failure is mechanical circulatory support (MCS) which is widely used for short-term or long-term management. MCS with various ventricular assist devices (VADs) has gained traction in end-stage heart failure treatment as a bridge-to-recovery, -decision, -transplant or -destination therapy. Due to limitations in studying VADs in humans, animal studies have substantially contributed to the development and advancement of MCS devices. Large animals have provided an avenue for developing and testing new VADs and improving surgical strategies for VAD implantation and for evaluating the effects and complications of MCS on hemodynamics and organ function. VAD modeling by utilizing rodents and small animals has been successfully implemented for investigating molecular mechanisms of cardiac unloading after the implantation of MCS. This review will cover the animal research that has resulted in significant advances in the development of MCS devices and the therapeutic care of advanced heart failure.</p>","PeriodicalId":20989,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in cardiovascular medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-09-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11522838/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142558623","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Procolo Di Bonito, Anna Di Sessa, Maria Rosaria Licenziati, Domenico Corica, Malgorzata Wasniewska, Emanuele Miraglia Del Giudice, Anita Morandi, Claudio Maffeis, Maria Felicia Faienza, Enza Mozzillo, Valeria Calcaterra, Francesca Franco, Giulio Maltoni, Nicola Moio, Arcangelo Iannuzzi, Giuliana Valerio
{"title":"Sex-Related Differences in Cardiovascular Risk in Adolescents with Overweight or Obesity.","authors":"Procolo Di Bonito, Anna Di Sessa, Maria Rosaria Licenziati, Domenico Corica, Malgorzata Wasniewska, Emanuele Miraglia Del Giudice, Anita Morandi, Claudio Maffeis, Maria Felicia Faienza, Enza Mozzillo, Valeria Calcaterra, Francesca Franco, Giulio Maltoni, Nicola Moio, Arcangelo Iannuzzi, Giuliana Valerio","doi":"10.31083/j.rcm2510353","DOIUrl":"10.31083/j.rcm2510353","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":20989,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in cardiovascular medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-09-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11522747/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142558676","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Carotid Intima-Media Thickness and Cardiovascular Risk in Adolescents with Overweight or Obesity: Are There Gender-Related Differences?","authors":"Christian Saleh","doi":"10.31083/j.rcm2510352","DOIUrl":"10.31083/j.rcm2510352","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":20989,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in cardiovascular medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-09-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11522746/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142558636","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Arianna Morena, Federico Giacobbe, Ovidio De Filippo, Filippo Angelini, Francesco Bruno, Stefano Siliano, Giuseppe Giannino, Veronica Dusi, Matteo Bianco, Carloalberto Biolé, Ferdinando Varbella, Enrico Cerrato, Fabrizio D'Ascenzo, Gaetano Maria De Ferrari
{"title":"Advances in the Management of Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD): A Comprehensive Review.","authors":"Arianna Morena, Federico Giacobbe, Ovidio De Filippo, Filippo Angelini, Francesco Bruno, Stefano Siliano, Giuseppe Giannino, Veronica Dusi, Matteo Bianco, Carloalberto Biolé, Ferdinando Varbella, Enrico Cerrato, Fabrizio D'Ascenzo, Gaetano Maria De Ferrari","doi":"10.31083/j.rcm2509345","DOIUrl":"10.31083/j.rcm2509345","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is a rare but significant cause of acute coronary syndrome (ACS), primarily affecting young women, often during pregnancy. Despite its rarity, SCAD poses challenges due to limited evidence on management strategies. This review examines the current state of art of SCAD management, integrating interventional and clinical insights from recent studies. The epidemiology of SCAD is related to its elusive nature, representing only a small fraction of ACS cases, while certainly underestimated. Proposed risk factors include genetic, hormonal, and environmental influences. Angiographic classification may help in SCAD diagnosis, but confirmation often relies on intracoronary imaging. Conservative management constitutes the primary approach, showing efficacy in most cases, although optimal antiplatelet therapy (APT) remains debated due to bleeding risks associated with intramural hematoma. Revascularization is reserved for high-risk cases, guided by angiographic and clinical criteria, with a focus on restoring flow rather than resolving dissection. Interventional strategies emphasize a minimalist approach to reduce complications, utilizing techniques such as balloon dilation and stent placement tailored to individual cases. Long-term outcomes highlight the risk of recurrence, necessitating vigilant follow-up and arrhythmic risk assessment, particularly in patients presenting with ventricular arrhythmias. In conclusion, SCAD management always represents a challenge for the physician, both from a clinical and interventional point of view. Recent clinical evidence and a multidisciplinary approach are vital for optimizing patient outcomes and preventing recurrence. This review offers a concise framework for navigating the complexities of SCAD management in clinical practice and proposes an algorithm for its management.</p>","PeriodicalId":20989,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in cardiovascular medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-09-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11440404/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142361862","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Grażyna Bonek-Wytrych, Oskar Sierka, Magdalena Szynal, Józefa Dąbek
{"title":"Quality of Life of Patients with Heart Failure Due to Myocardial Ischemia.","authors":"Grażyna Bonek-Wytrych, Oskar Sierka, Magdalena Szynal, Józefa Dąbek","doi":"10.31083/j.rcm2509342","DOIUrl":"10.31083/j.rcm2509342","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Heart failure caused by myocardial ischemia is a common cause encountered in clinical practice. A significant problem in heart failure is its progressive, unfavorable course and the associated increased frequency of repeated hospitalizations, as well as a significant deterioration in the functioning of patients, leading to their inability to function independently and a significant decline in the quality of life. This study aimed to assess the quality of life of patients with heart failure due to myocardial ischemia, considering the left ventricular ejection fraction, the number of \"diseased\" coronary arteries, co-occurring diseases, and cardiovascular risk factors.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A total of 204 patients with decompensated heart failure due to chronic myocardial ischemia were included in this study and examined twice: A: on the first day of hospitalization; A': from 4 to 8 weeks. For the individual assessment of the quality of life, the WHOQOL-BREF (The World Health Organization Quality of Life - BREF) questionnaire was used.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In the group of patients with heart failure in the decompensation stage a statistically significant positive relationship was observed between the number of comorbidities and the social domain (R(A) = 0.197; <i>p</i>(A) = 0.005), the number of diseased coronary arteries and the mental (R(A) = 0.184; <i>p</i>(A) = 0.184) and environmental (R(A) = 0.149; <i>p</i>(A) = 0.034) domains, left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF%) and quality of life (R(A) = 0.235; <i>p</i> = 0.001) and satisfaction with health (R(A) = 0.235; <i>p</i> = 0.001) and somatic domain (R(A) = 0.194; <i>p</i> = 0.005). A similar result was observed among patients in the long-term follow-up. A statistically significant negative correlation was demonstrated in the mentioned group between the LVEF% value and the social domain (R(A) = -0.235; <i>p</i> = 0.001), as well as in the long-term follow-up (R(A') = -0.191, <i>p</i> = 0.026). The level of self-assessment of quality of life and satisfaction with health was statistically significantly higher among patients with heart failure in the long-term follow-up (3.20 ± 0.62) than in patients in the decompensation stage (1.98 ± 0.69).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The quality of life of the examined patients with heart failure caused by chronic myocardial ischemia was poor, although it improved to average in the long-term follow-up. It was determined by left ventricular ejection fraction, the number of \"diseased\" coronary arteries, comorbidities, and risk factors.</p>","PeriodicalId":20989,"journal":{"name":"Reviews in cardiovascular medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-09-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11440393/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142361901","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}