Dec 9, 2024

In this episode, Dr. Valentin Fuster highlights five cutting-edge cardiology studies from the December 2024 issue of JACC, covering topics such as cardiac MRI's role in predicting sudden cardiac events in Fontan patients, the impact of oxidized phospholipids on calcific aortic valve disease, and the effects of renal and...

Dec 9, 2024

In this episode, Dr. Valentin Fuster discusses a groundbreaking study on cardiac MRI predictors of arrhythmic sudden cardiac events in patients with Fontan circulation, highlighting key risk factors for these life-threatening incidents. The study, part of the multi-center FORCE registry, reveals significant...

Dec 9, 2024

In this podcast, Dr. Valentin Furster discusses a groundbreaking study on the role of oxidized phospholipids in calcific aortic valvular disease, highlighting their significant association with disease prevalence and progression. The findings suggest that targeting oxidized phospholipids, not just the Lp(a)...

Dec 9, 2024

In this podcast, Dr. Valentin Fuster discusses a study on the impact of renal and liver function on clinical outcomes following tricuspid valve transcatheter H2O repair in patients with severe tricuspid regurgitation. While the study found no significant differences in organ function between repair and control groups...

Dec 9, 2024

In this podcast, Dr. Valentin Fuster discusses a study on the significant impact of seasonal influenza on mortality and hospitalizations among patients with heart failure. The research highlights that influenza is responsible for substantial excess deaths and hospitalizations in this vulnerable group, emphasizing the...