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Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) at chromosome 4q25 (near PITX2 ) are strongly associated with atrial fibrillation (AF). We assessed whether a 4q25-tagging SNP (rs2200733) is associated with PR interval duration…

To determine which statin will better improve the apolipoprotein (Apo) profiles (ApoA-I levels, ApoB levels, and ApoB/A-I ratios), we performed a meta-analysis of randomized head-to-head trials of rosuvastatin versus atorvastatin…

Dietary fiber intake might reduce cardiovascular risk factor levels and, in turn, might lower the long-term risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). A total of 11,113 subjects, aged 20 to 79 years…

Maintenance or restoration of normal myocardial metabolism during acute ischemia has seldom been a priority in its management. The focus for many years has been on overcoming impaired coronary blood…

The influence of the presenting electrocardiographic (ECG) findings on the treatment and outcomes of patients with non–ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) has not been studied in contemporary practice. We analyzed…

Inversion of the T waves (T−) in electrocardiographic leads with ST-segment elevation after the initiation of reperfusion therapy is considered a sign of reperfusion. However, the significance of T− on…

Circulating total free fatty acid (FFA) levels are elevated early in myocardial infarction (MI) and have been associated with an increase in mortality. We investigated the association of serum unbound…

This study was planned to identify the determinants of outcome after coronary artery bypass (CABG) in young patients. Data on 592 patients aged ≤50 years who underwent CABG from 9 European institutions…

Systemic inflammation at the development of an acute coronary syndrome (ACS) might alter the high-density lipoprotein (HDL) components and function. One of the major functions of HDL particles is their…