M.494 High prevalence of hypertension in Croatian adults: Continental and coastal distribution

Čubrilo-Turek, Mirjana; Turek, Stjepan; Szirowicza, L.

doi:10.1016/s1567-5688(04)90492-3

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“…At the same time, it is important to remember that hypertension stands as a primary precipitant in the development of CAD. In the case of patients with HCAD, it may further impact the hemodynamic stress, potentially exacerbating associated complications such as myocardial ischemia [29]. Simultaneously, dyslipidemia and diabetes mellitus increase the risk of CAD, owing to their involvement in endothelial and microvascular dysfunction [30].…”

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Casting Light on The Hidden Prevalence: A Novel Perspective on Hypoplastic Coronary Artery Disease

Zamfir,

Stătescu,

Sascău

et al. 2024

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Background and Objectives: Coronary artery anomalies (CAAs) represent a group of rare cardiac abnormalities with an incidence of up to 1.2%. The aim of this retrospective study was to conduct a comprehensive epidemiological assessment of the prevalence of hypoplastic coronary arteries using coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) in patients with diagnosed CAAs and individuals presenting with cardiovascular manifestations in the north-eastern region of Romania. This study was motivated by the limited investigation of the CAAs conducted in this area. Methods: We analyzed data collected from 12,758 coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) records available at the “Prof. Dr. George I.M. Georgescu” Cardiovascular Diseases Institute, spanning the years 2012 to 2022. Results: Among 350 individuals with CAAs (2.7% of the total cohort), 71 patients (20.3% of the anomaly presenting group and 0.5% of the entire CCTA cohort) exhibited at least one hypoplastic coronary artery. The mean age of individuals diagnosed with hypoplastic coronary artery disease (HCAD) was 61 years, while the age distribution among them ranged from 22 to 84 years. Nearly equal cases of right and left dominance (33 and 31, respectively) were observed, with only 7 cases of co-dominance. Conclusions: HCAD may be considered underexplored in current published research, despite its potentially significant implications ranging to an increased risk of sudden cardiac arrest. The specific prevalence of HCAD among CAAs might be higher than previously reported, possibly reflecting better diagnostic accuracy of CCTA over classic coronary imaging. The absence of standard diagnostic and therapeutic protocols for HCAD underscores the necessity of a personalized approach for such cases.

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Casting Light on The Hidden Prevalence: A Novel Perspective on Hypoplastic Coronary Artery Disease

Zamfir,

Stătescu,

Sascău

et al. 2024

JCM

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“…Blood pressure is a critical indicator of cardiovascular health, reflecting the force exerted by blood against the walls of arteries as the heart pumps [1]. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that can lead to serious health complications, including heart disease, stroke, and kidney damage [2]. Effective management of blood pressure is essential for maintaining overall health and reducing the risk of cardiovascular events [3].…”

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2024

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M.494 High prevalence of hypertension in Croatian adults: Continental and coastal distribution

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Casting Light on The Hidden Prevalence: A Novel Perspective on Hypoplastic Coronary Artery Disease

Casting Light on The Hidden Prevalence: A Novel Perspective on Hypoplastic Coronary Artery Disease

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