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Off-hours Surgery and Mortality in Patients With Type A Aortic Dissection Repair: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2024-01-18 Peter Pin-Sung Liu, Jui-Chih Chang, Jin-Yi Hsu, Huei-Kai Huang, Ching-Hui Loh, Jih-I Yeh
The impact of off-hours admission (such as weekends, nighttime, and non-working hours) vs. regular hours (weekdays and daytime working hours) on the mortality risk of patients undergoing surgery for type A aortic dissection (TAAD) repair is still uncertain. To address this uncertainty, we undertook a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis. We aimed to assess the potential link between off-hours
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Estimation of Supply and Demand for Cardiologists in Korea. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2024-1-10 Mira Kim, Kyunghee Chae, Ju Mee Wang, Arum Choi, Jang-Whan Bae, Keon-Woong Moon, Sukil Kim
The objective of this study was to estimate the supply and demand for cardiologists in Korea and provide evidence for healthcare policy to ensure a stable and adequate workforce for optimal cardiovascular disease management.
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Feasibility and Effectiveness of a Ring-Type Blood Pressure Measurement Device Compared With 24-Hour Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring Device. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-12-26 Huijin Lee, Sungjoon Park, Hyuktae Kwon, Belong Cho, Jin Ho Park, Hae-Young Lee
This study aimed to evaluate the applicability and precision of a ring-type cuffless blood pressure (BP) measurement device, CART-I Plus, compared to conventional 24-hour ambulatory BP monitoring (ABPM).
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Long-Term Outcomes of Modified Cone Reconstruction for Ebstein's Anomaly in Pediatric Patients in a Single Center. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-12-06 Ilkun Park, Tae-Gook Jun, Ji-Hyuk Yang, I-Seok Kang, June Huh, Jinyoung Song, Ok Jeong Lee
We aimed to investigate long-term clinical and echocardiographic outcomes, including tricuspid valve durability, annular growth, and left ventricular reverse remodeling, after modified cone reconstruction in patients with Ebstein's anomaly.
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Remote Cardiac Rehabilitation With Wearable Devices. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-11-17 Atsuko Nakayama, Noriko Ishii, Mami Mantani, Kazumi Samukawa, Rieko Tsuneta, Megumi Marukawa, Kayoko Ohno, Azusa Yoshida, Emiko Hasegawa, Junko Sakamoto, Kentaro Hori, Shinya Takahashi, Kaoruko Komuro, Takashi Hiruma, Ryo Abe, Togo Norimatsu, Mai Shimbo, Miyu Tajima, Mika Nagasaki, Takuya Kawahara, Mamoru Nanasato, Toshimi Ikemage, Mitsuaki Isobe
Although cardiac rehabilitation (CR) has been shown to improve exercise tolerance and prognosis in patients with cardiovascular diseases, there remains low participation in outpatient CR. This may be attributed to the patients' busy schedules and difficulty in visiting the hospital due to distance, cost, avoidance of exercise, and severity of coronary disease. To overcome these challenges, many countries
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Identifying Atrial Fibrillation With Sinus Rhythm Electrocardiogram in Embolic Stroke of Undetermined Source: A Validation Study With Insertable Cardiac Monitors. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-11-17 Ki-Hyun Jeon, Jong-Hwan Jang, Sora Kang, Hak Seung Lee, Min Sung Lee, Jeong Min Son, Yong-Yeon Jo, Tae Jun Park, Il-Young Oh, Joon-Myoung Kwon, Ji Hyun Lee
Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AF) is a major potential cause of embolic stroke of undetermined source (ESUS). However, identifying AF remains challenging because it occurs sporadically. Deep learning could be used to identify hidden AF based on the sinus rhythm (SR) electrocardiogram (ECG). We combined known AF risk factors and developed a deep learning algorithm (DLA) for predicting AF to optimize
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Tricuspid Edge-to-Edge Repair Versus Tricuspid Valve Replacement for Severe Tricuspid Regurgitation. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-11-17 Jihoon Kim, Heemoon Lee, Ji-Hyun Jung, Jae Suk Yoo
Tricuspid valve (TV) repair techniques other than annuloplasty remain challenging and frequently end in tricuspid valve replacement (TVR) in complicated cases. However, the results of TVR are suboptimal compared with TV repair. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical effectiveness of TV edge-to-edge repair (E2E) compared to TVR for severe tricuspid regurgitation (TR).
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Erratum: Correction of Affiliation in the Article "Growth Pattern of the Neo-Aorta after Arterial Switch Operation: What Is the Factor of Determination?". Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-11-17 Hyungtae Kim
This corrects the article on p. 94 in vol. 51, PMID: 33377331.
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Clinical Outcomes of Intracardiac Echocardiography-Guided Contrast Agent-Free Cryoballoon Ablation in Atrial Fibrillation Patients With Renal Insufficiency. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-11-14 Dong Geum Shin, Jinhee Ahn, Sang Hyun Park, Sang-Jin Han, Hong Euy Lim
Previous studies have reported an association between impaired renal function and poor outcomes after radiofrequency catheter ablation in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). However, outcomes of cryoballoon ablation (CBA) in patients with renal insufficiency are not fully elucidated. This study aimed to compare outcomes of CBA in AF patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) versus those without
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Comparison of Intracardiac Echocardiography Versus Transesophageal Echocardiography for Guidance During Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-11-13 Sang-Hyup Lee, Seunguk Oh, Young-Guk Ko, Yong-Joon Lee, Seung-Jun Lee, Sung-Jin Hong, Chul-Min Ahn, Jung-Sun Kim, Byeong-Keuk Kim, Kyu-Yong Ko, Iksung Cho, Chi Young Shim, Geu-Ru Hong, Donghoon Choi, Myeong-Ki Hong
Evidence regarding the efficacy and safety of intracardiac echocardiography (ICE) for guidance during transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is limited. This study aimed to compare the clinical efficacy and safety of ICE versus transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) for guiding TAVR.
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Merging CT on Fluoroscopic Imaging Using the Trachea as a Reference Without Contrast. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-11-01 Cheol Hyun Lee,Hee Jeong Lee,Jin Young Kim,Hyuck-Jun Yoon,Seung-Ho Hur
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Be Prepared: New Era of Heart-Team Approach for the Treatment of Tricuspid Regurgitation. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-11-01 Cheong Lim,Joon Chul Jung
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Artificial Intelligence-enhanced Electrocardiogram for Atrial Fibrillation in Embolic Stroke With Undetermined Source: Heroic Detective or Overfitting Alarm? Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-11-01 Yong-Soo Baek
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Deep Learning-Based Lumen and Vessel Segmentation of Intravascular Ultrasound Images in Coronary Artery Disease. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-16 Gyu-Jun Jeong, Gaeun Lee, June-Goo Lee, Soo-Jin Kang
Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) evaluation of coronary artery morphology is based on the lumen and vessel segmentation. This study aimed to develop an automatic segmentation algorithm and validate the performances for measuring quantitative IVUS parameters.
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Is High Plasma Homocysteine a Direct Cause of Cardiovascular Disease and Mortality? Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 Kyung-Kuk Hwang
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Multicenter Cohort Analysis Unveil Inherited Arrhythmia in Korea. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 Il-Young Oh
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Sex Differences in Coronary Artery Disease: Insights From the KoRean wOmen'S chest pain rEgistry (KoROSE). Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 Hack-Lyoung Kim,Myung-A Kim
Interest in sex differences in coronary artery disease (CAD) has been steadily increasing. Concurrently, most of the data on these differences have primarily been Western-oriented. The KoRean wOmen'S chest pain rEgistry (KoROSE), started in 2011, has since published numerous research findings. This review aims to summarize the reported differences between men and women in CAD, integrating data from
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Association Between Body Mass Index and Clinical Outcomes According to Diabetes in Patients Who Underwent Percutaneous Coronary Intervention. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-20 Byung Gyu Kim, Sung-Jin Hong, Byeong-Keuk Kim, Yong-Joon Lee, Seung-Jun Lee, Chul-Min Ahn, Dong-Ho Shin, Jung-Sun Kim, Young-Guk Ko, Donghoon Choi, Myeong-Ki Hong, Yangsoo Jang
We evaluated the effect of diabetes on the relationship between body mass index (BMI) and clinical outcomes in patients following percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with drug-eluting stent implantation.
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Risk of Atrial Fibrillation and Adverse Outcomes in Patients With Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-19 So-Ryoung Lee, Ji Hyun Lee, Eue-Keun Choi, Eun-Kyung Jung, So-Jeong You, Seil Oh, Gregory Yh Lip
Comprehensive epidemiological data are lacking on the incident atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs). This study aimed to examine the incidence, risk factors, and AF-related adverse outcomes of patients with CIEDs.
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Entelon150® (Vitis vinifera Seed Extract) Attenuates Degenerative Changes in Intravascular Valve Prostheses in Rabbits. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-12 Jue Seong Lee, JungHyeok Seo, Sokho Kim, Md Mahbubur Rahman, Hong Ju Shin
The therapeutic strategy for inflammation and degenerative calcification is of utmost importance for bioprosthetic heart valve (BHV) implanted patients. The purpose of this study was to compare the anti-inflammatory and anti-calcification effects of Entelon150® (grape seed extract), losartan, and rosuvastatin, in a rabbit model of intravascular BHV leaflet implantation in bovine pericardium.
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Seven-day and In-hospital Mortality According to Left and Right Ventricular Dysfunction in Patients With Septic Shock. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-08 Sua Kim, Hyeri Seok, Beong Ki Kim, Yu Jin Kim, Seung Heon Lee, Je Hyeong Kim, Yong-Hyun Kim
The prognostic implications of septic cardiomyopathy have not been clearly demonstrated. We evaluated serial changes in left ventricular (LV) and right ventricular (RV) function in patients with septic shock and their prognostic value on 7-day and in-hospital mortality.
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Trends and Outcomes of Type 2 Myocardial Infarction During the COVID-19 Pandemic in the United States. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-05 Harshith Thyagaturu,Nicholas Roma,Aakash Angirekula,Sittinun Thangjui,Alex Bolton,Karthik Gonuguntla,Yasar Sattar,Muchi Ditah Chobufo,Abhiram Challa,Neel Patel,Gayatri Bondi,Sameer Raina
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES There is limited data on the impact of type 2 myocardial infarction (T2MI) during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. METHODS The National Inpatient Sample (NIS) database from January 2019 to December 2020 was queried to identify T2MI hospitalizations based on the appropriate International Classification of Disease, Tenth Revision-Clinical Modification codes
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Cryptogenic Stroke, Patent Foramen Ovale Closure, and Mid to Long-term Outcomes: Rising Shadows of Doubt. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 Luca Dell'Angela,Gian Luigi Nicolosi
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Simultaneous Transcatheter Treatment for Combined Severe Degenerative Aortic Stenosis and Primary Mitral Regurgitation. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 Jinho Lee,Mohammed Gossadi,Do-Yoon Kang,Jung-Min Ahn,Duk-Woo Park,Dae-Hee Kim
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Author's Reply to Cryptogenic Stroke, Patent Foramen Ovale Closure, and Mid to Long-term Outcomes: Rising Shadows of Doubt. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 Oh-Hyun Lee,Jung-Sun Kim
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Should We Use Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System Inhibitors Routinely in Patients With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy? Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 Jae-Hyeong Park
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Adapting the HEART Pathway for Korean Patients: The Potential Impact on Chest Pain Management at Emergency Department. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 Hack-Lyoung Kim
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Can Current Subclinical Atrial Fibrillation Be Verified by P Wave of 12-Lead ECG at Present? The Answer Already Exists in the Atrial Substrate. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 Seung Yong Shin
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Coronary Physiology-Based Approaches for Plaque Vulnerability: Implications for Risk Prediction and Treatment Strategies. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-9-1 Seokhun Yang, Bon-Kwon Koo
In the catheterization laboratory, the measurement of physiological indexes can help identify functionally significant lesions and has become one of the standard methods to guide treatment decision-making. Plaque vulnerability refers to a coronary plaque susceptible to rupture, enabling risk prediction before coronary events, and it can be detected by defining a certain type of plaque morphology on
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Identifying and Solving Gaps in Pre- and In-Hospital Acute Myocardial Infarction Care in Asia-Pacific Countries. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-9-1 Paul Jie Wen Tern, Amar Vaswani, Khung Keong Yeo
Acute myocardial infarction (AMI) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the Asia-Pacific region, and mortality rates differ between countries in the region. Systems of care have been shown to play a major role in determining AMI outcomes, and this review aims to highlight pre-hospital and in-hospital system deficiencies and suggest possible improvements to enhance quality of care, focusing
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Prognostic and Safety Implications of Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System Inhibitors in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: A Real-World Observation Over 2,000 Patients. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-9-1 Chan Soon Park, Tae-Min Rhee, Hyun Jung Lee, Yeonyee E Yoon, Jun-Bean Park, Seung-Pyo Lee, Yong-Jin Kim, Goo-Yeong Cho, In-Chang Hwang, Hyung-Kwan Kim
The prognostic or safety implication of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system inhibitors (RASi) in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) are not well established, mainly due to concerns regarding left ventricular outflow tract (LVOT) obstruction aggravation. We investigated the implications of RASi in a sizable number of HCM patients.
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Modification of HEART Pathway for Patients With Chest Pain: A Korean Perspective. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-9-1 Bora Chae, Shin Ahn, Youn-Jung Kim, Seung Mok Ryoo, Chang Hwan Sohn, Dong-Woo Seo, Won Young Kim
The History, Electrocardiography, Age, Risk factors, and Troponin (HEART) pathway was developed to identify patients at low risk of a major adverse cardiac event (MACE) among patients presenting with chest pain to the emergency department.
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Thalidomide and a Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 Inhibitor in a Rat Model of Experimental Autoimmune Myocarditis. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-28 Kyung-Jin Kim,Jun-Bean Park,Seung-Pyo Lee,Hyung-Kwan Kim,Yong-Jin Kim
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Myocarditis is a potentially fatal disease, but curative treatments have not yet been established. Myocardial inflammation is an important pathogenesis of this disease, and immunosuppressants such as methylprednisolone and immunoglobulin have been used for treatment; however, the effectiveness needs to be improved. Thalidomide and dipeptidyl peptidase (DPP) 4 inhibitors were
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Reconsidering the Timing of Aortic Valve Replacement in Symptomatic Normal-Flow Low-Gradient Severe Aortic Stenosis. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-21 Hsin-Fu Lee
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Machine Learning for Predicting Atrial Fibrillation Recurrence After Cardioversion: A Modest Leap Forward. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-14 Junbeom Park
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Underexpanded Stent and Force-Focused Double Buddy-Wire. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-03 Pitt O Lim
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Postoperative Outcome in the Patients With Atrial Functional Atrioventricular Valve Insufficiency: Atrial Fibrillation Troubles, Always. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-01 Euijae Lee
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Editorial on Paper Titled Comparison of Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Type in Patients Listed for Heart Transplantation. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-01 Jeong Hoon Yang
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Clinical and Genetic Features of Korean Inherited Arrhythmia Probands. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-01 Joo Hee Jeong, Suk-Kyu Oh, Yun Gi Kim, Yun Young Choi, Hyoung Seok Lee, Jaemin Shim, Yae Min Park, Jun-Hyung Kim, Yong-Seog Oh, Nam-Ho Kim, Hui-Nam Pak, Young Keun On, Hyung Wook Park, Gyo-Seung Hwang, Dae-Kyeong Kim, Young-Ah Park, Hyoung-Seob Park, Yongkeun Cho, Seil Oh, Jong-Il Choi, Young-Hoon Kim
Inherited arrhythmia (IA) is a more common cause of sudden cardiac death in Asian population, but little is known about the genetic background of Asian IA probands. We aimed to investigate the clinical characteristics and analyze the genetic underpinnings of IA in a Korean cohort.
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Early Aortic Valve Replacement in Symptomatic Normal-Flow, Low-Gradient Severe Aortic Stenosis: A Propensity Score-Matched Retrospective Cohort Study. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-01 Kyu Kim, Iksung Cho, Kyu-Yong Ko, Seung-Hyun Lee, Sak Lee, Geu-Ru Hong, Jong-Won Ha, Chi Young Shim
Aortic valve replacement (AVR) is considered a class I indication for symptomatic severe aortic stenosis (AS). However, there is little evidence regarding the potential benefits of early AVR in symptomatic patients diagnosed with normal-flow, low-gradient (NFLG) severe AS.
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Korean Society of Heart Failure Guidelines for the Management of Heart Failure: Management of the Underlying Etiologies and Comorbidities of Heart Failure. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-8-1 Sang Min Park, Soo Youn Lee, Mi-Hyang Jung, Jong-Chan Youn, Darae Kim, Jae Yeong Cho, Dong-Hyuk Cho, Junho Hyun, Hyun-Jai Cho, Seong-Mi Park, Jin-Oh Choi, Wook-Jin Chung, Seok-Min Kang, Byung-Su Yoo
Most patients with heart failure (HF) have multiple comorbidities, which impact their quality of life, aggravate HF, and increase mortality. Cardiovascular comorbidities include systemic and pulmonary hypertension, ischemic and valvular heart diseases, and atrial fibrillation. Non-cardiovascular comorbidities include diabetes mellitus (DM), chronic kidney and pulmonary diseases, iron deficiency and
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Korean Society of Heart Failure Guidelines for the Management of Heart Failure: Advanced and Acute Heart Failure. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-8-1 Junho Hyun, Jae Yeong Cho, Jong-Chan Youn, Darae Kim, Dong-Hyuk Cho, Sang Min Park, Mi-Hyang Jung, Hyun-Jai Cho, Seong-Mi Park, Jin-Oh Choi, Wook-Jin Chung, Byung-Su Yoo, Seok-Min Kang
The Korean Society of Heart Failure (KSHF) Guidelines provide evidence-based recommendations based on Korean and international data to guide adequate diagnosis and management of heart failure (HF). Since introduction of 2017 edition of the guidelines, management of advanced HF has considerably improved, especially with advances in mechanical circulatory support and devices. The current guidelines addressed
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Machine Learning Prediction for the Recurrence After Electrical Cardioversion of Patients With Persistent Atrial Fibrillation. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-07-24 Soonil Kwon, Eunjung Lee, Hojin Ju, Hyo-Jeong Ahn, So-Ryoung Lee, Eue-Keun Choi, Jangwon Suh, Seil Oh, Wonjong Rhee
There is limited evidence regarding machine-learning prediction for the recurrence of atrial fibrillation (AF) after electrical cardioversion (ECV). This study aimed to predict the recurrence of AF after ECV using machine learning of clinical features and electrocardiograms (ECGs) in persistent AF patients.
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Association Between Plasma Homocysteine Level and Mortality: A Mendelian Randomization Study. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-07-21 Chang Kyun Choi,Sun-Seog Kweon,Young-Hoon Lee,Hae-Sung Nam,Seong-Woo Choi,Hye-Yeon Kim,Min-Ho Shin
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES In previous studies, high homocysteine levels were associated with high cardiovascular mortality. However, these results were inconsistent with those of randomized controlled trials. We aimed to evaluate the causal role of homocysteine on all-cause and cardiovascular mortality using Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis. METHODS This study included the 10,005 participants
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Device-Detected Subclinical Atrial Fibrillation as Fire Under the Ashes. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-07-01 Seung-Jung Park
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The Gut-Heart Axis: Updated Review for The Roles of Microbiome in Cardiovascular Health. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-23 Thi Van Anh Bui, Hyesoo Hwangbo, Yimin Lai, Seok Beom Hong, Yeon-Jik Choi, Hun-Jun Park, Kiwon Ban
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), including coronary artery disease, stroke, heart failure, and hypertension, are the global leading causes of death, accounting for more than 30% of deaths worldwide. Although the risk factors of CVDs have been well understood and various treatment and preventive measures have been established, the mortality rate and the financial burden of CVDs are expected to grow exponentially
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Practical Approach for Angina and Non-Obstructive Coronary Arteries: A State-of-the-Art Review. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-19 Coen K M Boerhout, Marcel A M Beijk, Peter Damman, Jan J Piek, Tim P van de Hoef
Anginal symptoms are frequently encountered in patients without the presence of significant obstructive coronary artery disease (CAD). It is increasingly recognized that vasomotor disorders, such as an abnormal vasodilatory capacity of the coronary microcirculation or coronary vasospasm, are the dominant pathophysiological substrate in these patients. Although the evidence with respect to angina in
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Is It Safe to Preserve Left Atrial Appendage During Maze Procedure? Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-09 Kyungsub Song, Woo Sung Jang, Namhee Park, Yun Seok Kim, Jae Bum Kim
The left atrial appendage (LAA) can contribute significantly to LA mechanical contraction. Nevertheless, the preventive effect of LAA occlusion during the maze procedure against cerebral infarction remains controversial. In this study, we compared the surgical, cardiac hemodynamic, and neurologic outcomes between LAA preservation and occlusion performed during the maze procedure.
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Efficiency of MVP ECG Risk Score for Prediction of Long-Term Atrial Fibrillation in Patients With ICD for Heart Failure With Reduced Ejection Fraction. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-09 Levent Pay, Ahmet Çağdaş Yumurtaş, Ozan Tezen, Tuğba Çetin, Semih Eren, Göksel Çinier, Mert İlker Hayıroğlu, Ahmet İlker Tekkeşin
The morphology-voltage-P-wave duration (MVP) electrocardiography (ECG) risk score is a newly defined scoring system that has recently been used for atrial fibrillation (AF) prediction. The aim of this study was to evaluate the ability of the MVP ECG risk score to predict AF in patients with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) and heart failure with reduced ejection fraction in long-term
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Functional Insufficiency of Mitral and Tricuspid Valves Associated With Atrial Fibrillation: Impact of Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation Recurrence on Surgical Outcomes. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-07 Kitae Kim, Ho Jin Kim, Sung-Ho Jung, JaeWon Lee, Joon Bum Kim
To identify the factors associated with adverse outcomes following surgery for functional insufficiency of the mitral valve (MV) or tricuspid valve (TV) associated with atrial fibrillation (AF).
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Are There Hopeful Therapeutic Strategies to Regenerate the Infarcted Hearts? Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-01 Gyu-Chul Oh,Yeon-Jik Choi,Bong-Woo Park,Kiwon Ban,Hun-Jun Park
Ischemic heart disease remains the primary cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Despite significant advancements in pharmacological and revascularization techniques in the late 20th century, heart failure prevalence after myocardial infarction has gradually increased over the last 2 decades. After ischemic injury, pathological remodeling results in cardiomyocytes (CMs) loss and fibrosis, which
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Unusual Cause of Ischemic Heart Disease in a 34-Year Old Woman: Anomalous Left Coronary Artery From the Pulmonary Artery. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-01 Anna Danel,Alexander Suchodolski,Mariola Szulik,Jan Głowacki
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Historical Review and Future of Cardiac Xenotransplantation. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-01 Jiwon Koh,Hyun Keun Chee,Kyung-Hee Kim,In-Seok Jeong,Jung-Sun Kim,Chang-Ha Lee,Jeong-Wook Seo
Along with the development of immunosuppressive drugs, major advances on xenotransplantation were achieved by understanding the immunobiology of xenograft rejection. Most importantly, three predominant carbohydrate antigens on porcine endothelial cells were key elements provoking hyperacute rejection: α1,3-galactose, SDa blood group antigen, and N-glycolylneuraminic acid. Preformed antibodies binding
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Impact of Pulmonary Arterial Elastance on Right Ventricular Mechanics and Exercise Capacity in Repaired Tetralogy of Fallot. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-01 Soo-Jin Kim,Mei Hua Li,Chung Il Noh,Seong-Ho Kim,Chang-Ha Lee,Ja-Kyoung Yoon
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Pathophysiological changes of right ventricle (RV) after repair of tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) are coupled with a highly compliant low-pressure pulmonary artery (PA) system. This study aimed to determine whether pulmonary vascular function was associated with RV parameters and exercise capacity, and its impact on RV remodeling after pulmonary valve replacement. METHODS In a
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Pulmonary Arterial Elastance and Right Ventricle-Pulmonary Artery Coupling in Postoperative Tetralogy of Fallot Patients. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-01 Sung Hye Kim
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Comparison of Veno-arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Configurations for Patients Listed for Heart Transplantation. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-05-17 Jung Ae Hong,Ah-Ram Kim,Min-Ju Kim,Dayoung Pack,Junho Hyun,Sang Eun Lee,Jae-Joong Kim,Pil Je Kang,Sung-Ho Jung,Min-Seok Kim
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) as a bridge to eventual heart transplantation (HT) is increasingly used worldwide. However, the effect of different VA-ECMO types on HT outcomes remains unclear. METHODS This was a retrospective observational study of 111 patients receiving VA-ECMO and awaiting HT. We assessed 3 ECMO configuration groups: peripheral
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Mendelian Randomization to Evaluate the Causal Effect of Serum Bilirubin on Atrial Fibrillation. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-05-10 Takashi Hisamatsu
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Korean Society of Heart Failure Guidelines for the Management of Heart Failure: Definition and Diagnosis. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-5-10 Jae Yeong Cho, Dong-Hyuk Cho, Jong-Chan Youn, Darae Kim, Sang Min Park, Mi-Hyang Jung, Junho Hyun, Jimi Choi, Hyun-Jai Cho, Seong-Mi Park, Jin-Oh Choi, Wook-Jin Chung, Byung-Su Yoo, Seok-Min Kang
The Korean Society of Heart Failure guidelines aim to provide physicians with evidence-based recommendations for diagnosing and managing patients with heart failure (HF). In Korea, the prevalence of HF has been rapidly increasing in the last 10 years. HF has recently been classified into HF with reduced ejection fraction (EF), HF with mildly reduced EF, and HF with preserved EF (HFpEF). Moreover, the
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Korean Society of Heart Failure Guidelines for the Management of Heart Failure: Treatment. Korean Circ. J. (IF 2.9) Pub Date : 2023-5-10 Jong-Chan Youn, Darae Kim, Jae Yeong Cho, Dong-Hyuk Cho, Sang Min Park, Mi-Hyang Jung, Junho Hyun, Hyun-Jai Cho, Seong-Mi Park, Jin-Oh Choi, Wook-Jin Chung, Byung-Su Yoo, Seok-Min Kang
The Korean Society of Heart Failure (KSHF) guidelines aim to provide physicians with evidence-based recommendations for the management of patients with heart failure (HF). After the first introduction of the KSHF guidelines in 2016, newer therapies for HF with reduced ejection fraction, HF with mildly reduced ejection fraction, and HF with preserved ejection fraction have since emerged. The current