CCS measured by MDCT has an important role in predicting early, but not late, complications from PCI.

(OR 0.833, p < 0.0001; OR 0.647, p < 0.0001; OR 0.545, p < 0.0001, respectively). Conclusions: Ultrasonographic study of the radial artery before CCA can provide valuable information regarding vascular access. (Cardiol J 2017; 24, 1: 9-14)

Background: Cardioselective beta-blockers may affect glucose or lipid profiles. Objective: We sought to compare the effects of two beta-blockers, metoprolol and bisoprolol, as the most commonly used drugs in cardiology, on glucose and lipid profiles in patients with cardiovascular diseases. Methods: We conducted a retrospective cross-sectional matched study at Prince Sultan Cardiac Center in Burydah in August 2017. Patient records were screened, and adult patients with cardiovascular disorders who were treated with a stable dose of metoprolol or bisoprolol were included. Parameters related to glucose and lipid metabolism were compared using the Student’s t-test between the two groups. Results and Conclusion: The metoprolol and bisoprolol arms included 204 and 200 patients, respectively.

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