Impact of Newer Glucose-Lowering Agents in CVD & HF , and Novel Therapeutic Strategies
Han Naung Tun
MBBS, MD, FACTM, FACC, FESC
UVM Medical Centre
Larner College of Medicine , University of Vermont ,VT , USA
2019 Update to: Management of Hyperglycemia in Type 2 Diabetes, 2018. A Conse...Mgfamiliar Net
The American Diabetes Association and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes have briefly updated their 2018 recommendations on management of hyperglycemia, based on important research findings from large cardiovascular outcomes trials published in 2019. Important changes include: 1) the decision to treat high-risk individuals with a glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist or sodium–glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor to reduce major adverse car- diovascular events (MACE), hospitalization for heart failure (hHF), cardiovascular death, or chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression should be considered independently of baseline HbA1c or individualized HbA1c target; 2) GLP-1 receptor agonists can also be considered in patients with type 2 diabetes without established cardiovascular disease (CVD) but with the presence of specific indicators of high risk; and 3) SGLT2 inhibitors are recommended in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart failure, particularly those with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, to reduce hHF, MACE, and CVD death, as well as in patients with type 2 diabetes with CKD (estimated glomerular filtration rate 30 to £60 mL min–1 [1.73 m]–2 or urinary albumin-to-creatinine ratio >30 mg/g, particularly >300 mg/g) to prevent the progression of CKD, hHF, MACE, and cardiovascular death.
“Échale una mano” al paciente con Diabetes tipo 2: Una sencilla manera de com...Rafael Bravo Toledo
El nivel de glucosa en sangre es la característica definitoria de la diabetes mellitus. Históricamente el tratamiento se ha centrado por tanto en la reducción de los niveles de glucosa en sangre. Sin embargo, cada vez esta más claro (en base a pruebas o evidencias de alta calidad) que el control de la glucosa ya no debe ser el foco principal del tratamiento. Un nuevo enfoque para el cuidado de adultos con diabetes tipo 2 hace hincapié en las intervenciones probadas que alargan la duración de la vida y mejoran su calidad.
This document provides an agenda for a seminar on cardiovascular risk and dyslipidemias presented by Dr. Cesar Asenjo on October 9, 2013. The seminar will cover introductions, risk factors, diet, diabetes, and treatment. It includes the schedule, registration information, and collaborating organizations. The agenda lists several topics to be covered including factors of risk, diet, diabetes, and treatment. It also references several studies that will be discussed relating to these topics and cardiovascular disease.
Trategies for preventing type 2 diabetes an update for cliniciansRodrigo Diaz
The document discusses strategies for preventing type 2 diabetes. It provides background on the rising prevalence of diabetes and obesity globally. Individuals with prediabetes, defined as impaired fasting glucose or impaired glucose tolerance, are at high risk of progressing to type 2 diabetes. Lifestyle interventions targeting diet and exercise changes are the main strategy recommended for preventing or delaying the onset of type 2 diabetes in prediabetic individuals.
1) Hospitalization for heart failure presents an opportunity to optimize treatment before discharge to prevent high post-discharge mortality and rehospitalization rates.
2) Guidelines recommend evaluating patients for evidence-based heart failure therapies and titrating medications during hospitalization and close follow-up after discharge.
3) Reducing heart rate at discharge through optimal beta-blocker use can significantly decrease one-year mortality risk according to studies.
This document provides an overview and update on hypertension treatment guidelines from several major organizations. It discusses differences between guidelines, including the JNC 7 which recommended thiazide diuretics as first-line therapy, versus newer guidelines which do not promote any single first-line agent. The document also reviews evidence and recommendations for treating specific high-risk groups, such as those with diabetes, chronic kidney disease, or heart disease. Newer guidelines have expanded treatment targets to better control blood pressure and reduce cardiovascular risks.
mono-therapy vs. combination therapy in hypertensionAhmed Taha
Initial combination therapy is superior to sequential mono-therapy for treating hypertension. Combination therapy controls blood pressure faster by acting on multiple mechanisms, reducing complications by 40-54%. Combinations have greater efficacy, improve adherence, and have protective effects beyond blood pressure lowering like anti-inflammatory and metabolic benefits. Clinical trials show combination therapy achieves better blood pressure control rates and lowers cardiovascular events compared to mono-therapy. Therefore, guidelines recommend starting treatment for hypertension with initial combination therapy.
Intensive glucose control in critically ill patients offers no benefit and increases risk of harm. A meta-analysis of 27 randomized trials involving over 17,000 critically ill adults found that intensive glucose control, aimed at tightly regulating blood glucose levels between 80-110 mg/dL, provided no reduction in mortality or other clinical benefits compared to conventional control between 140-180 mg/dL. However, intensive control was associated with a 8.3% higher risk of severe hypoglycemia. Current guidelines recommend conventional glucose control for critically ill patients experiencing persistent hyperglycemia based on the lack of benefit and risk of harm from intensive control.
2019 Update to: Management of Hyperglycemia in Type 2 Diabetes, 2018. A Conse...Mgfamiliar Net
The American Diabetes Association and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes have briefly updated their 2018 recommendations on management of hyperglycemia, based on important research findings from large cardiovascular outcomes trials published in 2019. Important changes include: 1) the decision to treat high-risk individuals with a glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist or sodium–glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor to reduce major adverse car- diovascular events (MACE), hospitalization for heart failure (hHF), cardiovascular death, or chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression should be considered independently of baseline HbA1c or individualized HbA1c target; 2) GLP-1 receptor agonists can also be considered in patients with type 2 diabetes without established cardiovascular disease (CVD) but with the presence of specific indicators of high risk; and 3) SGLT2 inhibitors are recommended in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart failure, particularly those with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, to reduce hHF, MACE, and CVD death, as well as in patients with type 2 diabetes with CKD (estimated glomerular filtration rate 30 to £60 mL min–1 [1.73 m]–2 or urinary albumin-to-creatinine ratio >30 mg/g, particularly >300 mg/g) to prevent the progression of CKD, hHF, MACE, and cardiovascular death.
“Échale una mano” al paciente con Diabetes tipo 2: Una sencilla manera de com...Rafael Bravo Toledo
El nivel de glucosa en sangre es la característica definitoria de la diabetes mellitus. Históricamente el tratamiento se ha centrado por tanto en la reducción de los niveles de glucosa en sangre. Sin embargo, cada vez esta más claro (en base a pruebas o evidencias de alta calidad) que el control de la glucosa ya no debe ser el foco principal del tratamiento. Un nuevo enfoque para el cuidado de adultos con diabetes tipo 2 hace hincapié en las intervenciones probadas que alargan la duración de la vida y mejoran su calidad.
This document provides an agenda for a seminar on cardiovascular risk and dyslipidemias presented by Dr. Cesar Asenjo on October 9, 2013. The seminar will cover introductions, risk factors, diet, diabetes, and treatment. It includes the schedule, registration information, and collaborating organizations. The agenda lists several topics to be covered including factors of risk, diet, diabetes, and treatment. It also references several studies that will be discussed relating to these topics and cardiovascular disease.
Trategies for preventing type 2 diabetes an update for cliniciansRodrigo Diaz
The document discusses strategies for preventing type 2 diabetes. It provides background on the rising prevalence of diabetes and obesity globally. Individuals with prediabetes, defined as impaired fasting glucose or impaired glucose tolerance, are at high risk of progressing to type 2 diabetes. Lifestyle interventions targeting diet and exercise changes are the main strategy recommended for preventing or delaying the onset of type 2 diabetes in prediabetic individuals.
1) Hospitalization for heart failure presents an opportunity to optimize treatment before discharge to prevent high post-discharge mortality and rehospitalization rates.
2) Guidelines recommend evaluating patients for evidence-based heart failure therapies and titrating medications during hospitalization and close follow-up after discharge.
3) Reducing heart rate at discharge through optimal beta-blocker use can significantly decrease one-year mortality risk according to studies.
This document provides an overview and update on hypertension treatment guidelines from several major organizations. It discusses differences between guidelines, including the JNC 7 which recommended thiazide diuretics as first-line therapy, versus newer guidelines which do not promote any single first-line agent. The document also reviews evidence and recommendations for treating specific high-risk groups, such as those with diabetes, chronic kidney disease, or heart disease. Newer guidelines have expanded treatment targets to better control blood pressure and reduce cardiovascular risks.
mono-therapy vs. combination therapy in hypertensionAhmed Taha
Initial combination therapy is superior to sequential mono-therapy for treating hypertension. Combination therapy controls blood pressure faster by acting on multiple mechanisms, reducing complications by 40-54%. Combinations have greater efficacy, improve adherence, and have protective effects beyond blood pressure lowering like anti-inflammatory and metabolic benefits. Clinical trials show combination therapy achieves better blood pressure control rates and lowers cardiovascular events compared to mono-therapy. Therefore, guidelines recommend starting treatment for hypertension with initial combination therapy.
Intensive glucose control in critically ill patients offers no benefit and increases risk of harm. A meta-analysis of 27 randomized trials involving over 17,000 critically ill adults found that intensive glucose control, aimed at tightly regulating blood glucose levels between 80-110 mg/dL, provided no reduction in mortality or other clinical benefits compared to conventional control between 140-180 mg/dL. However, intensive control was associated with a 8.3% higher risk of severe hypoglycemia. Current guidelines recommend conventional glucose control for critically ill patients experiencing persistent hyperglycemia based on the lack of benefit and risk of harm from intensive control.
Management strategy in HF with ARNI - Recent updates Praveen Nagula
- The document discusses management strategies for heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF), including recent updates.
- It summarizes key differences between Indian and Western HF patients, noting that Indians develop HF at a younger age and with lower ejection fractions. Prognosis is also worse for Indian patients compared to those in the West.
- Core therapies for HFrEF are discussed, including a paradigm shift with the approval of sacubitril-valsartan which has been shown to reduce cardiovascular death compared to ACE inhibitors or ARBs alone in clinical trials.
This document discusses combination drug therapy for treating hypertension. It notes that the majority of hypertensive patients require two or more drugs to control their blood pressure. Combination therapy is more effective than high doses of single drugs and has fewer side effects. Effective combinations include angiotensin receptor blockers or ACE inhibitors with diuretics or calcium channel blockers. Initial fixed-dose combination therapy improves medication adherence compared to free-drug combinations. Overall, rational combination therapy utilizing complementary drug classes is necessary to adequately control blood pressure for most hypertensive patients.
This study develops a sequential decision model to quantify the risk value of life-years on statin treatment, as perceived by various national lipid management guidelines. The model considers the progression of patients' cholesterol levels using Markov chains calibrated by clinical data. Results show the guidelines imply penalty factors for treatment disutility ranging from 0.04-0.29% per life-year, with some guidelines favoring nearly 30 years of treatment. While guidelines aim to reduce cardiovascular risk, treatment durations could be shortened by up to 4 years without increasing overall risk. The approach quantifies adverse effects of treatment to help evaluate guidelines and facilitate better clinical decision making.
This study analyzed epidemiological data on hypertension collected from 53 patients at a tertiary hospital in India. The results showed that hypertension was more prevalent in males than females, and most common in the 40-60 year old age group. Risk factors like urban living, lower education, higher BMI, smoking, drinking, sedentary lifestyle and comorbid conditions were associated with higher rates of hypertension. The most commonly prescribed medication for hypertension was a combination of atenolol and amlodipine.
Heart failure affects millions of people worldwide and poses a significant economic burden. It is the leading cause of hospitalization among those over 65 years old. The symptoms of heart failure are often misunderstood and not recognized, leading many to delay or avoid seeking needed medical care. Left untreated, heart failure can be fatal, with up to 30% of patients dying within a year of hospitalization and half dying within 5 years of initial diagnosis. There is an urgent need for greater public awareness of heart failure symptoms to help people seek timely treatment and live longer, better lives.
This document discusses telemedicine in the management of congestive heart failure. It begins by discussing the prevalence, mortality, and economic burden of heart failure. It then discusses physiologic monitoring for heart failure, including weight, blood pressure, symptoms, and impedance as markers of decompensation. The document reviews several clinical trials that evaluated telemonitoring of these markers and found they did not reduce readmissions or mortality. It suggests that identifying congestion early through monitoring may help prevent hospitalizations and slow disease progression.
Rivaroxaban has shown benefits beyond antiplatelet therapy alone in reducing cardiovascular events. The COMPASS trial found that in patients with chronic coronary artery disease or peripheral artery disease, rivaroxaban plus aspirin reduced the composite of cardiovascular death, stroke, and myocardial infarction by 24% compared to aspirin alone. It also reduced mortality by 18% and ischemic stroke by 42%. Patients with multiple risk factors such as diabetes, chronic kidney disease, or heart failure derived the greatest benefits. However, use of anticoagulants remains lower than guidelines recommend due to overestimation of bleeding risks and underestimation of thrombotic risk.
This document provides a position statement from the American Diabetes Association and European Association for the Study of Diabetes on the management of hyperglycemia in type 2 diabetes. It recommends a patient-centered approach to treatment that considers individual patient needs, preferences, and tolerances. The statement reviews the evidence on glycemic control and outcomes, discusses the increasing complexity of treatment options, and emphasizes the importance of shared decision making between clinicians and patients.
This document provides guidelines for managing hyperglycemia in type 2 diabetes using a patient-centered approach from the American Diabetes Association and European Association for the Study of Diabetes. It summarizes that intensive glycemic control can reduce microvascular complications but may increase mortality risk. The guidelines emphasize individualizing treatment based on patient preferences, needs, and tolerances. A patient-centered approach engages patients in medical decisions to improve adherence and outcomes for their chronic condition.
This study analyzed epidemiological data on hypertension collected from 53 patients at a tertiary hospital in India. The results showed that hypertension was more prevalent in males than females, and most common in the 40-60 year old age group. Risk factors like urban living, lower education, higher BMI, smoking, drinking, sedentary lifestyle and comorbid conditions were associated with higher rates of hypertension. The most commonly prescribed medication for hypertension was a combination of atenolol and amlodipine.
ADHF - Early Initiation of ARNI - Webinar PPT Jan 2021 -final.pptxAmeetRathod3
This document discusses the rationale for early initiation of angiotensin receptor-neprilysin inhibitor (ARNI) therapy after an episode of acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF). It provides evidence that starting ARNI therapy within days or weeks of an ADHF hospitalization leads to faster clinical improvements and better outcomes compared to starting an ACE inhibitor. Specifically, it references clinical trials that show ARNI initiated early after ADHF leads to greater short-term reductions in biomarkers like NT-proBNP, faster improvements in quality of life, lower rates of heart failure hospitalizations, and greater reductions in left ventricular volumes. The document argues for initiating ARNI in the vulnerable period after ADHF to improve outcomes,
Prevalence of cvd risk factors among qatari patients with type 2 diabetes mel...Dr. Anees Alyafei
This study examined the prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors among 532 Qatari patients with type 2 diabetes attending primary health care centers in 2014. The majority of patients were found to be at high or very high risk for CVD within 10 years based on their risk factor profiles. Lifestyle risk factors such as poor diet, physical inactivity, and smoking were highly prevalent. Over 90% of patients did not meet recommendations for daily fruit and vegetable intake. Metabolic risk factors like overweight/obesity and uncontrolled diabetes were also common. Three-quarters of patients had a history of hyperlipidemia or hypertension. The study concludes that reducing CVD risk among this population will require a greater focus on modifying lifestyle-related
This document summarizes the key points from a lipidology conference presentation. It discusses recent guidelines and studies on cholesterol treatment, including more aggressive LDL lowering to under 70mg/dl for patients with cardiovascular disease. New tools for general cardiovascular risk prediction were presented. Treatment with high-dose statins was found to significantly reduce stroke recurrence and other outcomes for patients who had a stroke or TIA within the past 1-6 months. Immediate withdrawal of statins after acute stroke was associated with increased risks.
DM and Heart, What more can we do for patient heart.pdfSolidaSakhan
This document discusses diabetes and heart disease, providing an overview of several key points:
1) Diabetes significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular disease through mechanisms like accelerated atherosclerosis. It doubles the risk of coronary artery disease in men and triples it in women.
2) Intensive management of cardiovascular risk factors in diabetic patients, including glycemic control, blood pressure management, and lifestyle changes can significantly reduce cardiovascular events and mortality, as shown in studies like UKPDS, STENO-2, and Look AHEAD.
3) Current guidelines recommend a multifaceted treatment approach targeting glucose, lipid, and blood pressure control, along with lifestyle optimization and cardiovascular protective medications, to manage heart disease risk in diabetic
The study aimed to determine if group appointments called PHASE improved statin adherence and LDL outcomes, and if effects differed by ethnicity. Retrospectively, 60 patients were divided into those who did (PHASE, n=30) or did not (non-PHASE, n=30) attend PHASE. No significant differences were found between groups in LDL or adherence over 6 months. However, PHASE patients were more likely to have labs done and remain on statins long-term. Secondary analysis found some interethnic differences in adherence and LDL within groups over time.
Mangement of chronic heart failure 93432-rephrasedIrfan iftekhar
Cardiac resynchronization therapy significantly reduces morbidity and mortality in patients with heart failure. A randomized controlled trial found that cardiac resynchronization reduced the primary endpoint of death from any cause by 36% compared to medical therapy alone. Mortality was lower in the cardiac resynchronization group, demonstrating improved outcomes. While cardiac resynchronization is an effective treatment, its cost-effectiveness remains uncertain due to the therapy's expense. Further research is still needed to determine its overall value.
FORXIGA is the first SGLT2 inhibitor approved by BPOM for the treatment of symptomatic chronic stable heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, as an adjunct to standard of care therapy. A study found that FORXIGA reduced the risk of the primary composite outcome in patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. Additionally, treatment with FORXIGA resulted in a clinically meaningful improvement in heart failure symptoms and quality of life as measured by the Kansas City Cardiomyopathy Questionnaire.
Management strategy in HF with ARNI - Recent updates Praveen Nagula
- The document discusses management strategies for heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF), including recent updates.
- It summarizes key differences between Indian and Western HF patients, noting that Indians develop HF at a younger age and with lower ejection fractions. Prognosis is also worse for Indian patients compared to those in the West.
- Core therapies for HFrEF are discussed, including a paradigm shift with the approval of sacubitril-valsartan which has been shown to reduce cardiovascular death compared to ACE inhibitors or ARBs alone in clinical trials.
This document discusses combination drug therapy for treating hypertension. It notes that the majority of hypertensive patients require two or more drugs to control their blood pressure. Combination therapy is more effective than high doses of single drugs and has fewer side effects. Effective combinations include angiotensin receptor blockers or ACE inhibitors with diuretics or calcium channel blockers. Initial fixed-dose combination therapy improves medication adherence compared to free-drug combinations. Overall, rational combination therapy utilizing complementary drug classes is necessary to adequately control blood pressure for most hypertensive patients.
This study develops a sequential decision model to quantify the risk value of life-years on statin treatment, as perceived by various national lipid management guidelines. The model considers the progression of patients' cholesterol levels using Markov chains calibrated by clinical data. Results show the guidelines imply penalty factors for treatment disutility ranging from 0.04-0.29% per life-year, with some guidelines favoring nearly 30 years of treatment. While guidelines aim to reduce cardiovascular risk, treatment durations could be shortened by up to 4 years without increasing overall risk. The approach quantifies adverse effects of treatment to help evaluate guidelines and facilitate better clinical decision making.
This study analyzed epidemiological data on hypertension collected from 53 patients at a tertiary hospital in India. The results showed that hypertension was more prevalent in males than females, and most common in the 40-60 year old age group. Risk factors like urban living, lower education, higher BMI, smoking, drinking, sedentary lifestyle and comorbid conditions were associated with higher rates of hypertension. The most commonly prescribed medication for hypertension was a combination of atenolol and amlodipine.
Heart failure affects millions of people worldwide and poses a significant economic burden. It is the leading cause of hospitalization among those over 65 years old. The symptoms of heart failure are often misunderstood and not recognized, leading many to delay or avoid seeking needed medical care. Left untreated, heart failure can be fatal, with up to 30% of patients dying within a year of hospitalization and half dying within 5 years of initial diagnosis. There is an urgent need for greater public awareness of heart failure symptoms to help people seek timely treatment and live longer, better lives.
This document discusses telemedicine in the management of congestive heart failure. It begins by discussing the prevalence, mortality, and economic burden of heart failure. It then discusses physiologic monitoring for heart failure, including weight, blood pressure, symptoms, and impedance as markers of decompensation. The document reviews several clinical trials that evaluated telemonitoring of these markers and found they did not reduce readmissions or mortality. It suggests that identifying congestion early through monitoring may help prevent hospitalizations and slow disease progression.
Rivaroxaban has shown benefits beyond antiplatelet therapy alone in reducing cardiovascular events. The COMPASS trial found that in patients with chronic coronary artery disease or peripheral artery disease, rivaroxaban plus aspirin reduced the composite of cardiovascular death, stroke, and myocardial infarction by 24% compared to aspirin alone. It also reduced mortality by 18% and ischemic stroke by 42%. Patients with multiple risk factors such as diabetes, chronic kidney disease, or heart failure derived the greatest benefits. However, use of anticoagulants remains lower than guidelines recommend due to overestimation of bleeding risks and underestimation of thrombotic risk.
This document provides a position statement from the American Diabetes Association and European Association for the Study of Diabetes on the management of hyperglycemia in type 2 diabetes. It recommends a patient-centered approach to treatment that considers individual patient needs, preferences, and tolerances. The statement reviews the evidence on glycemic control and outcomes, discusses the increasing complexity of treatment options, and emphasizes the importance of shared decision making between clinicians and patients.
This document provides guidelines for managing hyperglycemia in type 2 diabetes using a patient-centered approach from the American Diabetes Association and European Association for the Study of Diabetes. It summarizes that intensive glycemic control can reduce microvascular complications but may increase mortality risk. The guidelines emphasize individualizing treatment based on patient preferences, needs, and tolerances. A patient-centered approach engages patients in medical decisions to improve adherence and outcomes for their chronic condition.
This study analyzed epidemiological data on hypertension collected from 53 patients at a tertiary hospital in India. The results showed that hypertension was more prevalent in males than females, and most common in the 40-60 year old age group. Risk factors like urban living, lower education, higher BMI, smoking, drinking, sedentary lifestyle and comorbid conditions were associated with higher rates of hypertension. The most commonly prescribed medication for hypertension was a combination of atenolol and amlodipine.
ADHF - Early Initiation of ARNI - Webinar PPT Jan 2021 -final.pptxAmeetRathod3
This document discusses the rationale for early initiation of angiotensin receptor-neprilysin inhibitor (ARNI) therapy after an episode of acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF). It provides evidence that starting ARNI therapy within days or weeks of an ADHF hospitalization leads to faster clinical improvements and better outcomes compared to starting an ACE inhibitor. Specifically, it references clinical trials that show ARNI initiated early after ADHF leads to greater short-term reductions in biomarkers like NT-proBNP, faster improvements in quality of life, lower rates of heart failure hospitalizations, and greater reductions in left ventricular volumes. The document argues for initiating ARNI in the vulnerable period after ADHF to improve outcomes,
Prevalence of cvd risk factors among qatari patients with type 2 diabetes mel...Dr. Anees Alyafei
This study examined the prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors among 532 Qatari patients with type 2 diabetes attending primary health care centers in 2014. The majority of patients were found to be at high or very high risk for CVD within 10 years based on their risk factor profiles. Lifestyle risk factors such as poor diet, physical inactivity, and smoking were highly prevalent. Over 90% of patients did not meet recommendations for daily fruit and vegetable intake. Metabolic risk factors like overweight/obesity and uncontrolled diabetes were also common. Three-quarters of patients had a history of hyperlipidemia or hypertension. The study concludes that reducing CVD risk among this population will require a greater focus on modifying lifestyle-related
This document summarizes the key points from a lipidology conference presentation. It discusses recent guidelines and studies on cholesterol treatment, including more aggressive LDL lowering to under 70mg/dl for patients with cardiovascular disease. New tools for general cardiovascular risk prediction were presented. Treatment with high-dose statins was found to significantly reduce stroke recurrence and other outcomes for patients who had a stroke or TIA within the past 1-6 months. Immediate withdrawal of statins after acute stroke was associated with increased risks.
DM and Heart, What more can we do for patient heart.pdfSolidaSakhan
This document discusses diabetes and heart disease, providing an overview of several key points:
1) Diabetes significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular disease through mechanisms like accelerated atherosclerosis. It doubles the risk of coronary artery disease in men and triples it in women.
2) Intensive management of cardiovascular risk factors in diabetic patients, including glycemic control, blood pressure management, and lifestyle changes can significantly reduce cardiovascular events and mortality, as shown in studies like UKPDS, STENO-2, and Look AHEAD.
3) Current guidelines recommend a multifaceted treatment approach targeting glucose, lipid, and blood pressure control, along with lifestyle optimization and cardiovascular protective medications, to manage heart disease risk in diabetic
The study aimed to determine if group appointments called PHASE improved statin adherence and LDL outcomes, and if effects differed by ethnicity. Retrospectively, 60 patients were divided into those who did (PHASE, n=30) or did not (non-PHASE, n=30) attend PHASE. No significant differences were found between groups in LDL or adherence over 6 months. However, PHASE patients were more likely to have labs done and remain on statins long-term. Secondary analysis found some interethnic differences in adherence and LDL within groups over time.
Mangement of chronic heart failure 93432-rephrasedIrfan iftekhar
Cardiac resynchronization therapy significantly reduces morbidity and mortality in patients with heart failure. A randomized controlled trial found that cardiac resynchronization reduced the primary endpoint of death from any cause by 36% compared to medical therapy alone. Mortality was lower in the cardiac resynchronization group, demonstrating improved outcomes. While cardiac resynchronization is an effective treatment, its cost-effectiveness remains uncertain due to the therapy's expense. Further research is still needed to determine its overall value.
FORXIGA is the first SGLT2 inhibitor approved by BPOM for the treatment of symptomatic chronic stable heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, as an adjunct to standard of care therapy. A study found that FORXIGA reduced the risk of the primary composite outcome in patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. Additionally, treatment with FORXIGA resulted in a clinically meaningful improvement in heart failure symptoms and quality of life as measured by the Kansas City Cardiomyopathy Questionnaire.
Latest Trials on CAD from 2020 ESC Congress Han Naung Tun
LoDoCo2 Trial: low-dose colchicine reduced the risk of major cardiovascular events in patients with CAD
ATPCI: Trimetazidine in Angina Patients With Recent Successful Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
RAPID CTCA :Early Coronary CT Angiography in Patients With Suspected or Provisionally Diagnosed Acute Coronary Syndrome
OCT and MRI Find an MI Cause in 85% of Women With MINOCA: HARP
Ventricular septal rupture with cardiogenic shock follows by Inferior AMIHan Naung Tun
This document describes the case of a 58-year-old man who presented with chest pain and was diagnosed with an inferoposterior myocardial infarction complicated by ventricular septal rupture and cardiogenic shock. Initial treatment included medications, percutaneous coronary intervention to open the blocked artery, and supportive care. Despite intensive medical management, the patient's condition deteriorated with the development of ventricular septal defect. Surgical repair was considered but the patient expired from cardiogenic shock before a procedure could be performed. The key learning points are the importance of early recognition of pre-shock states, the high mortality of ventricular septal rupture, and the need for a multidisciplinary approach and care at an experienced center to manage such complex cases.
ACE2: From Renoprotection to a Potential
Therapy for Coronavirus Infection
ACE2: From Renoprotection to a Potential
Therapy for Coronavirus Infection
by Daniel Batlle MD
RAS Inhibitors in Hypertension and Heart Failure:
TRUTHS AND MISTRUTHS
OF TREATMENT IN THE
COVID-19 ERA
by J o r d y C o h e n , M D , M S C E
From Hypertension 2020 , American Heart Association
Copy RIght to Hypertension Session 2020 in American Heart Association
Updated and Overview of HF Trials in ESC 2020Han Naung Tun
This document summarizes several late-breaking trials presented at the ESC 2020 conference on heart failure (HF) management. It discusses the EMPEROR-Reduced trial which found that empagliflozin reduced cardiovascular death and HF hospitalization in HF patients regardless of diabetes status. It also mentions the EXPLORER-HCM trial on HFpEF and the PARALLAX trial which found sacubitril/valsartan did not reduce cardiac failure events in HFpEF patients compared to ACE/ARB therapy. Finally, it summarizes the DAPA-CKD trial results showing that dapagliflozin delayed kidney failure in patients with chronic kidney disease with and without diabetes.
Hospital Readmission of Heart Failure Patients And Its Precipitated Factors a...Han Naung Tun
Hypertension is one of the most prevalent modifiable risk factor for the development of heart failure (HF). Chronic heart failure (CHF) is the most common cause of readmission for patients in worldwide
How To Recognise and Manage a Pre Shock SettingHan Naung Tun
This document discusses the recognition and management of pre-shock in the context of anterior ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). Pre-shock, also known as SCAI shock stages A-B, involves persistent hemodynamic compromise without fully meeting shock criteria and these patients are prone to rapid deterioration. The case describes a 65-year-old man with anterior STEMI who did not improve after percutaneous coronary intervention on the culprit lesion, meeting some but not all criteria for cardiogenic shock. Invasive hemodynamic monitoring showed features of pre-shock and upfront use of an intra-aortic balloon pump provided immediate hemodynamic support, preventing further deterioration. Early recognition of pre-shock using both clinical and invasive parameters can guide
Top Five Clinical Trials of PCI in 2019 Han Naung Tun
"My five top trials in #interventionalcardiology in 2019". View this extensive slideset by Andreas Baumbach @EAPCIPresident where he covers the potential impact of these trials on clinical practice & their relevance for practice guidelines ow.ly/G64930q7R1K
#ESC
#EuroPCR
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise boosts blood flow, releases endorphins, and promotes changes in the brain which help enhance one's emotional well-being and mental clarity.
This document discusses cardio-oncology, which focuses on the cardiovascular side effects of cancer treatments. It provides background on the development of cardio-oncology as a field and explains why cardiovascular disease and cancer are important to discuss together. The document then outlines several possible cardiovascular complications from cancer therapies, including myocardial dysfunction/heart failure, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, hypertension, thromboembolic disease, and others. It emphasizes the importance of monitoring patients for these side effects during and after treatment.
Pre operative assessment of patient with liver diseaseHan Naung Tun
The patient is a 55-year-old male with liver cirrhosis and a history of empyema gallbladder who is scheduled for an elective cholecystectomy. Pre-operative assessments found elevated liver enzymes and signs of portal hypertension on ultrasound. The patient's MELD score placed him at moderate to high risk for surgery. Pre-operative optimization and risk stratification were performed, and the cholecystectomy was carried out with monitoring and treatment for liver disease and infection.
Cardiac CT Angiography to detect Myocardial Bridging Han Naung Tun
CTCA is a reliable non-invasive tool for detecting myocardial bridging in coronary artery disease. [The study] found an 8.2% frequency of myocardial bridging in 219 patients with coronary artery disease who underwent CTCA. CTCA allows for visualization of the length and depth of the bridging artery and measurement of stenosis. While myocardial bridging can be clinically significant when associated with hemodynamic changes, in most cases it remains asymptomatic. CTCA is an emerging alternative to other invasive tests for diagnosing myocardial bridging.
1) Current treatments for HFpEF have not been shown to reduce morbidity or mortality, though trials are investigating new drug classes like ARNIs, soluble guanylate cyclase stimulators, and SGLT2 inhibitors.
2) Lifestyle modifications including exercise training, weight loss, and salt restriction may help symptoms. Exercise training in particular may improve exercise capacity.
3) Screening for underlying causes like myocardial ischemia, atrial fibrillation, amyloidosis, and treating associated conditions is recommended. The ATTR-ACT trial found tafamidis reduced cardiovascular hospitalizations and mortality in transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy.
Universal Definition of Myocardial Infarct Han Naung Tun
1) The document summarizes the 4th Universal Definition of Myocardial Infarction from 2018, outlining 5 types of MI (myocardial infarction).
2) It describes the criteria for each type of MI, including Type 1 due to plaque rupture, Type 2 due to oxygen supply/demand imbalance, and Type 3 where the patient dies before biomarkers can be obtained.
3) It also discusses MI associated with procedures like PCI (Type 4) and CABG (Type 5), and conditions like MINOCA where the coronary arteries are non-obstructive.
Thrombolysis and thrombectomy for acute ischaemic strokeHan Naung Tun
Reperfusion by intravenous thrombolysis or endovascular
mechanical thrombectomy improves functional outcomes
after stroke, but benefit for both treatment modalities is highly
time-dependent. Maximum benefit requires minimisation
of onset-to-treatment times. The safety and efficacy of IV
rtPA is established across a broad range of clinical scenarios.
Endovascular treatment now offers greatly improved outcome
among patients with poor response to IV rtPA but efficacy
has been established only in the context of highly organised
neurovascular interventional services.
This document provides a history and timeline of cardiac catheterization and percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI):
- In 1929, Werner Forssmann performed the first human cardiac catheterization on himself in Germany, though it was very painful. He shared the 1956 Nobel Prize for this work.
- In 1958, William Sones performed the first selective coronary angiogram, inadvertently discovering coronary anatomy.
- In 1977, Andreas Gruentzig developed the first functioning balloon catheter and performed the first successful non-operative coronary artery dilation.
- Major advances over the subsequent decades included over-the-wire balloon technology, coronary stenting, drug-eluting stents, and treatment of in-stent rest
- Biomarkers such as troponins, copeptin, and natriuretic peptides have become indispensable diagnostic tools in cardiology over the past 60 years.
- Troponins are the gold standard for diagnosing myocardial infarction, while copeptin allows for very early rule-out of MI.
- New biomarkers continue to be discovered through advances in genomics, epigenetics, and other 'omics' fields, with microRNAs showing promise to improve risk stratification and precision medicine for cardiovascular disease.
- Biomarkers have transformed cardiology practice and decision-making, with troponins in particular demonstrating their ability to guide therapies and intervention timing for conditions like ACS.
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a simplified look into the mechanisms involved in the regulation of respiration:
Learning objectives:
1. Describe the organisation of respiratory center
2. Describe the nervous control of inspiration and respiratory rhythm
3. Describe the functions of the dorsal and respiratory groups of neurons
4. Describe the influences of the Pneumotaxic and Apneustic centers
5. Explain the role of Hering-Breur inflation reflex in regulation of inspiration
6. Explain the role of central chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
7. Explain the role of peripheral chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
8. Explain the regulation of respiration during exercise
9. Integrate the respiratory regulatory mechanisms
10. Describe the Cheyne-Stokes breathing
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 42, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 36, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 13, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of the physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar lead (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
6. Describe the flow of current around the heart during the cardiac cycle
7. Discuss the placement and polarity of the leads of electrocardiograph
8. Describe the normal electrocardiograms recorded from the limb leads and explain the physiological basis of the different records that are obtained
9. Define mean electrical vector (axis) of the heart and give the normal range
10. Define the mean QRS vector
11. Describe the axes of leads (hexagonal reference system)
12. Comprehend the vectorial analysis of the normal ECG
13. Determine the mean electrical axis of the ventricular QRS and appreciate the mean axis deviation
14. Explain the concepts of current of injury, J point, and their significance
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. Chapter 3, Cardiology Explained, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK2214/
7. ECG Basics, http://www.nataliescasebook.com/tag/e-c-g-basics
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Overall life span (LS) was 1671.7±1721.6 days and cumulative 5YS reached 62.4%, 10 years – 50.4%, 20 years – 44.6%. 94 LCP lived more than 5 years without cancer (LS=2958.6±1723.6 days), 22 – more than 10 years (LS=5571±1841.8 days). 67 LCP died because of LC (LS=471.9±344 days). AT significantly improved 5YS (68% vs. 53.7%) (P=0.028 by log-rank test). Cox modeling displayed that 5YS of LCP significantly depended on: N0-N12, T3-4, blood cell circuit, cell ratio factors (ratio between cancer cells-CC and blood cells subpopulations), LC cell dynamics, recalcification time, heparin tolerance, prothrombin index, protein, AT, procedure type (P=0.000-0.031). Neural networks, genetic algorithm selection and bootstrap simulation revealed relationships between 5YS and N0-12 (rank=1), thrombocytes/CC (rank=2), segmented neutrophils/CC (3), eosinophils/CC (4), erythrocytes/CC (5), healthy cells/CC (6), lymphocytes/CC (7), stick neutrophils/CC (8), leucocytes/CC (9), monocytes/CC (10). Correct prediction of 5YS was 100% by neural networks computing (error=0.000; area under ROC curve=1.0).
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We’re talking about Vedic Meditation, a form of meditation that has been around for at least 5,000 years. Back then, the people who lived in the Indus Valley, now known as India and Pakistan, practised meditation as a fundamental part of daily life. This knowledge that has given us yoga and Ayurveda, was known as Veda, hence the name Vedic. And though there are some written records, the practice has been passed down verbally from generation to generation.
Cell Therapy Expansion and Challenges in Autoimmune DiseaseHealth Advances
There is increasing confidence that cell therapies will soon play a role in the treatment of autoimmune disorders, but the extent of this impact remains to be seen. Early readouts on autologous CAR-Ts in lupus are encouraging, but manufacturing and cost limitations are likely to restrict access to highly refractory patients. Allogeneic CAR-Ts have the potential to broaden access to earlier lines of treatment due to their inherent cost benefits, however they will need to demonstrate comparable or improved efficacy to established modalities.
In addition to infrastructure and capacity constraints, CAR-Ts face a very different risk-benefit dynamic in autoimmune compared to oncology, highlighting the need for tolerable therapies with low adverse event risk. CAR-NK and Treg-based therapies are also being developed in certain autoimmune disorders and may demonstrate favorable safety profiles. Several novel non-cell therapies such as bispecific antibodies, nanobodies, and RNAi drugs, may also offer future alternative competitive solutions with variable value propositions.
Widespread adoption of cell therapies will not only require strong efficacy and safety data, but also adapted pricing and access strategies. At oncology-based price points, CAR-Ts are unlikely to achieve broad market access in autoimmune disorders, with eligible patient populations that are potentially orders of magnitude greater than the number of currently addressable cancer patients. Developers have made strides towards reducing cell therapy COGS while improving manufacturing efficiency, but payors will inevitably restrict access until more sustainable pricing is achieved.
Despite these headwinds, industry leaders and investors remain confident that cell therapies are poised to address significant unmet need in patients suffering from autoimmune disorders. However, the extent of this impact on the treatment landscape remains to be seen, as the industry rapidly approaches an inflection point.
1. Impact of Newer Glucose-Lowering Agents in CVD & HF ,
and Novel Therapeutic Strategies
Han Naung Tun
MBBS, MD, FACTM, FACC, FESC
UVM Medical Centre
Larner College of Medicine , University of Vermont ,VT , USA
@HanCardiomd
Outline of HF Treatment In Diabetes:
24. Take Home Message
• SGLT2i and GLP1 agonists should be included in the
treatment of patients with T2DM and underlying
comorbidities such as CV pathology and CV risk
• SGLT2i are used in the Rx of T2DM with HF either with
HFrEF or HFpEF , and SGLT2i is the treatment of choice in
HF regardless of DM status
• GLP1 agonists are indicated in the primary and secondary
prevention of CV incident in pts with DM, and early
treatment initiation should be imperative
• Embrace the evidence and switch from traditional
diabetes medications to newer therapies with proven CV
benefit
Patients with diabetes have >2× the risk for developing heart failure (HF; HFrEF and HFpEF). Cardiovascular outcomes, hospitalization, and prognosis are worse for patients with diabetes mellitus relative to those without. Of course, DM can contribute to the development of CAD and HF via systemic, myocardial, and cellular mechanisms.
DM is a multi-organ disease state characterized by hyperglycemia and dyslipidemia. Current commonly used therapies may achieve normoglycemia, but they have variable effects on heart failure risk and outcomes. In facts , alternative targets, that could be amenable to pharmacological treatment and that may increase the risk of heart failure in diabetes mellitus .
When we manage DM , we are goanna focus not just on the glycemic control, but of course , we also focus on to reduce CV risk and comorbidities since the increased incidence of HF in diabetic patients persists even after adjusting for other risk factors such as age, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and coronary artery disease.
Many landmarks clinical trials have addressed the relationship between tight glycemic control and cardiovascular end points. The ADVANCE trial showed that intensive glucose control, which lowered HbA1c to 6.5% in type 2 diabetics, showed no evidence of a reduction in macrovascular events with no increase in mortality. I
n contrast, the ACCORD trial (Action to Control Cardiovascular Risk in Diabetes), which targeted HbA1c to 6% in the intensive therapy group, had an increased mortality of 22% suggesting a potentially unexpected increased risk of intensive glucose lowering in high-risk patients with T2DM.
These available evidence suggests that DPP-4 inhibitors have a weak CV protective effect.
SAVOR-TIMI-53 Trial reported a significant increase in hospitalization for HF in patients on saxagliptin vs placebo
EXAMINE and TECOS trials do not reveal increased HF risk .
Experimental studies in humans and animals show improvements in cardiac function when GLP-1 was activated by DPP4 inhibitor
However, in clinical application, it should be selected according to the actual situation. In patients with T2DM with advanced CVD or HF associated with renal function deterioration, DPP-4 inhibitors appear to be safe to use from a cardiological point of view.
In EMPA -REG OUTCOME, patients with type 2 diabetes at high risk for cardiovascular events who received empagliflozin, as compared with placebo, had a lower rate of the primary composite cardiovascular outcome and of death from any cause when the study drug was added to standard care.
SGLT2 improves CV risk factors (weight reduction, reduction in SBP and improved lipid profile) EMPA-REG OUTCOME trial reported a reduction in CV mortality and hospitalization from HF using empagliflozin
CANVAS trial reported similar results for canagliflozin43
Major international guidelines all highly recommend the use (or combined use) of SGLT2 inhibitors in patients with T2DM with comorbid CVDs (or high risk of CVDs) and/or CKD.
SGLT2 inhibitors exhibited superiority; thus, we cardiologist approves that SGLT2 inhibitors should be used in great property, at least in T2DM patients with high CV risk.
First generation of CV outcome trials for SGLT2i
Since 2015, all 4 SGLT2i have been evaluated in the context of double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trials: canagliflozin, dapagliflozin, empagliflozin, and ertugliflozin. The first generation of SGLT2i trials were traditional CVOTs designed to show the CV safety of these medications; there- fore, they compared SGLT2i with placebo
The therapeutic focus of T2DM has also changed, from an exclusive focus on glucose-lowering parameters, to comprehensive management, and then to the current therapeutic focus on cardiac benefits and renal outcomes
Second generation of CKD focused SGLT2i .
These observations called for dedicated and structured trials among patients with CKD, which led to the second generation of SGLT2i trials, in which the traditional MACE primary outcome was substituted with a primary MARCE outcome
Second generation of HF focused trials for SGLT2i .
Therefore, it was assumed that the benefit of SGLT2i was mainly in the prevention of new-onset HF and associated hospitalizations as we see. There are the trials among patients with HF, which led to the second generation of SGLT2i trials, in which the traditional MACE primary outcome was substituted with a primary outcome of CV mortality or HHF
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) is viewed as the primary DPP-4 substrate capable of modulating CV function.
Most trials revealed a modest improvement in ejection fraction in HF patients
Trial of GLP-1 agonist in advanced HF revealed a trend toward increased hospitalization in diabetes mellitus subgroup34
The study found that use of GLP-1 RAs was associated with significant reductions in CV and all-cause mortality, and of course, suggesting that GLP-1 RAs should be used as a first-line treatment in patients with T2DM at higher CV risk or as a first-line treatment in patients with metformin resistance
The study found that use of GLP-1 RAs was associated with significant reductions in CV and all-cause mortality, and of course, suggesting that GLP-1 RAs should be used as a first-line treatment in patients with T2DM at higher CV risk or as a first-line treatment in patients with metformin resistance .
As we all agree, GLP-1 RA have been reliably associated with a significant reduction in MACE . there are the total of 7 CVOTs have been conducted for GLP-1 RA.
So, again , we have enough evidence with SGLT2 inhibition in HF with or without DM ,these all major trials show benefits of SGLT2i in Hf with or without DM .
Once again , this is the Story of SGLT2 inhibitors in heart failure.
The perception of SGLT2 inhibitors from being primarily glucose-lowering agents to what may now be considered chiefly a cardiorenal protective class of therapies.
This is the Timeline of landmark events in noninsulin diabetes drug development showing 12 years of CVOTs unequivocally showed the CV safety of these agents and led to the identification of 2 drug classes with broad cardiometabolic benefits .
The 2019 ESC guidelines feature compelling evidence from important CVOTs highlighting the role of newer anti-diabetic medications in reducing CVD events in patients with DM.
Both American and European guidelines recommend the use of SGLT-2 inhibitor and GLP1-RAs for CVD prevention in DM patients at high or very high risk.
While the trials data looks favorable, new information and increased costs for the newer drugs may impact decision making in routine clinical practice.
You know, The burden of diabetes continues to increase in the US and worldwide, and the resulting adverse health and economic implications warrant improved cost-effective management strategies for DM and the resulting CVD complications
This is 4 pillars , multifactorial approach to reduction in risk of DM complications for the management of Diabetes . Since DM is a biggest enemy of CV and renal , we have to consider for choosing agents with both CV and Kidney benefits
There is an immediate need for clinicians to embrace the evidence and switch from traditional diabetes medications to newer therapies with proven CV benefit.
Physician education and increasing awareness of these persuasive clinical trial results will increase their comfort level in making this transition.
Cost considerations, however, remain to be addressed.
Physician education and increasing awareness of these persuasive clinical trial results will increase their comfort level in making this transition. Cost considerations, however, remain to be addressed.