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New approach to B-ALL treatment reduces side effects and enhances survival

Clinical trial results from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital demonstrate benefits to using genomics and early treatment response to guide risk classification of children with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL).

24 Sep 2024

Inadequate staffing in surgical wards linked to adverse outcomes

A new paper in the British Journal of Surgery, published by Oxford University Press, shows that nursing shortages result in longer hospital stays and worse patient outcomes, including higher mortality.

24 Sep 2024

Hemorrhages found to be more common in cancer patients than previously thought

In a recent study published in the scientific journal "Blood", researchers from MedUni Vienna show that hemorrhages are more common in cancer patients than previously thought and are associated with a poor prognosis and an increased risk of death.

18 Sep 2024

European Society of Cardiology highlights underrecognized link between obesity and heart disease

Obesity is a key factor in cardiovascular disease, prompting the ESC to recommend comprehensive strategies for prevention and management to reduce health risks.

3 Sep 2024

Complete revascularization proves effective for older STEMI patients in first 4 years

The benefits of complete revascularization over culprit-only coronary artery revascularisation were confirmed in older patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and multivessel disease over the first 4 years, according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2024.

2 Sep 2024

OCEANIC-AF trial reveals inferiority of asundexian to apixaban for stroke prevention

Asundexian 50 mg daily was inferior to apixaban for stroke and systemic embolism prevention in high-risk patients with atrial fibrillation (AF), according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2024.

1 Sep 2024

Research suggests flexible approach to antiplatelet management after drug-eluting stent implantation

Among patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery more than 1 year after coronary drug-eluting stent (DES) implantation, there was no difference with respect to ischaemic outcomes or major bleeding between perioperative aspirin monotherapy and receiving no antiplatelet therapy, according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2024.

1 Sep 2024

Major surgery complications unaffected by use of renin-angiotensin system inhibitors

There was no difference in major post-operative complications in patients who continued vs. stopped renin-angiotensin system inhibitors (RASIs) before non-cardiac surgery, according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2024.

30 Aug 2024

A study confirms that smoking significantly increases the risk of stroke

Findings indicate smoking elevates stroke risk, particularly in older males with comorbidities, underscoring the need for targeted prevention strategies.

28 Aug 2024

New tool could revolutionize cardiovascular risk management: PRESS score validated

The association between platelet hyperreactivity and the risk of cardiovascular events.

22 Aug 2024

Rare but real: The neurological risks associated with vaccines

Review highlights the rare neurological risks associated with vaccination, emphasizing the importance of accurate detection and management strategies, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

9 Aug 2024

Consuming foods with erythritol increases risk of cardiovascular events, study shows

New Cleveland Clinic research shows that consuming foods with erythritol, a popular artificial sweetener, increases risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke.

8 Aug 2024

Study confirms cardiovascular safety of COVID-19 vaccines among millions of adults in England

A study confirms the cardiovascular safety of different COVID-19 vaccine doses, showing reduced risks of common cardiovascular events among vaccinated adults in England.

4 Aug 2024

COVID vaccines shown to reduce risk of arterial thrombosis

A new study, published today in Nature Communications and involving nearly the whole adult population of England, has found that the incidence of heart attacks and strokes was lower after COVID-19 vaccination than before or without vaccination.

1 Aug 2024

Study reveals common off-label dosing of direct oral anticoagulants

Millions of Americans take anticoagulants, commonly known as blood thinners. These medications work to prevent blood clots that cause heart attack and stroke.

31 Jul 2024

Study finds lower risk of heart attacks and strokes after COVID-19 vaccination

The incidence of heart attacks and strokes was lower after COVID-19 vaccination than before or without vaccination, according to a new study involving nearly the whole adult population of England.

31 Jul 2024

How lipoproteins shape your metabolic health

Study provides a comprehensive review of the lipoprotein pathway and its impact on healthy metabolism, highlighting the roles of HDL, LDL, and other lipoproteins in cardiovascular health and disease.

11 Jul 2024

UK coronary heart disease drops 30%, but other heart conditions rise

Researchers investigated the overall incidence of cardiovascular disease in the United Kingdom from 2000 to 2019.

1 Jul 2024

Study confirms no causal link between COVID-19 and ischemic priapism

A study in the International Journal of Impotence Research found no causal link between COVID-19 and ischemic priapism, with priapism occurring across all COVID-19 severity levels and treatments remaining effective.

13 Jun 2024

Xylitol linked to higher risk of cardiovascular events, Cleveland Clinic study finds

Cleveland Clinic researchers found higher amounts of the sugar alcohol xylitol are associated with increased risk of cardiovascular events like heart attack and stroke.

7 Jun 2024

Thrombosis News and Research

Latest Thrombosis News and Research

New approach to B-ALL treatment reduces side effects and enhances survival

Inadequate staffing in surgical wards linked to adverse outcomes

Hemorrhages found to be more common in cancer patients than previously thought

European Society of Cardiology highlights underrecognized link between obesity and heart disease

Complete revascularization proves effective for older STEMI patients in first 4 years

OCEANIC-AF trial reveals inferiority of asundexian to apixaban for stroke prevention

Research suggests flexible approach to antiplatelet management after drug-eluting stent implantation

Major surgery complications unaffected by use of renin-angiotensin system inhibitors

A study confirms that smoking significantly increases the risk of stroke

New tool could revolutionize cardiovascular risk management: PRESS score validated

Rare but real: The neurological risks associated with vaccines

Consuming foods with erythritol increases risk of cardiovascular events, study shows

Study confirms cardiovascular safety of COVID-19 vaccines among millions of adults in England

COVID vaccines shown to reduce risk of arterial thrombosis

Study reveals common off-label dosing of direct oral anticoagulants

Study finds lower risk of heart attacks and strokes after COVID-19 vaccination

How lipoproteins shape your metabolic health

UK coronary heart disease drops 30%, but other heart conditions rise

Study confirms no causal link between COVID-19 and ischemic priapism

Xylitol linked to higher risk of cardiovascular events, Cleveland Clinic study finds

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