Patients Struggling With SVT/AVNRT and Catheter Ablation
Patients Struggling With SVT/AVNRT and Catheter Ablation
Guest: Christopher DeSimone, M.D., Ph.D.
Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.
In this episode, Dr. Anthony Kashou and Dr. Christopher DeSimone dive into the challenges patients face with supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) and atrioventricular nodal reentrant tachycardia (AVNRT). They explore treatment options ranging from medications to catheter ablation, highlighting how these approaches aim to improve quality of life. Listeners will learn what to expect during an ablation procedure, including safety, anesthesia, and risks. Most importantly, they discuss how patients can feel empowered to make informed decisions about their care and reclaim confidence in their health.
Topics Discussed:
Options and goals of current treatment options for AVNRT/SVT
Catheter ablation as a means to treat and cure AVNRT/SVT
What to expect and what will occur during AVNRT ablation
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Effects of Social Isolation and Loneliness on the Heart
Effects of Social Isolation and Loneliness on the Heart
Guest: Amir Lerman, M.D.
Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D.
Social isolation and loneliness are common, mainly in the elderly, and are regarded as major cardiovascular risk factors. The factors are associated with an increase in cardiovascular events and mortality. Additionally, social isolation and loneliness are associated with increased systemic inflammation and progression of atherosclerosis
Topics Discussed:
How do you identify social isolation?
Mechanism of social isolation and loneliness on CV health
Prevalences and risk of social isolation and loneliness
Findings of a recent study from Mayo Clinic
Case story: the Roseto effect
Potential therapy
Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices.
LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services
Cardiovascular Education App:
The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today!
No CME credit offered for this episode.
Podcast episode transcript found here.
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Ischemia with No Obstructive Arteries (INOCA) in 2024
Ischemia with No Obstructive Arteries (INOCA) in 2024
Guest: Claire Raphael, M.B.B.S., Ph.D.
Host: Sharonne Hayes, M.D.
INOCA is a common condition. It is an acronym that stands for ischemia with non-obstructive coronary artery disease. We discuss when to consider a diagnosis of INOCA, how to diagnose it and how to treat patients.
Topics Discussed:
What is INOCA?
Who is at risk for INOCA?
How do we manage INOCA?
Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices.
LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services
Cardiovascular Education App:
The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today!
No CME credit offered for this episode.
Podcast episode transcript found here.
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Statin Myopathy
Statin Myopathy
Guest: Stephen Kopecky, M.D.
Host: Sharonne Hayes, M.D.
Statins are very helpful to lower LDL cholesterol and subsequently lower cardiovascular risk. Studies of statins have excluded subjects that are statin intolerant which is usually due to muscle symptoms such as aches, called myalgias, muscle cramps, or weakness. One of the most significant predictors of statin intolerance is the dose -the higher the dose, the more likely to develop intolerance. Accepted in recommended ways to minimize intolerance is to use generic combination therapy with a lower dose statin and a cholesterol absorption inhibiting agent such as ezetimibe. Newer agents such as PCS K 9 inhibitors and inclisiran, both given subQ, and bempedoic acid may reduce statin muscle symptoms.
Topics Discussed:
Is any statin more or less likely to cause statin associated muscle symptoms?
Are there any protective medications that can minimize statin myalgias?
What newer non-statin agents have been shown to reduce risk of myalgias?
How is treating high cholesterol levels becoming more like treating blood pressure?
Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices.
LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services
Cardiovascular Education App:
The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today!
No CME credit offered for this episode.
Podcast episode transcript found here.
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Recent Updates in AF Guidelines
Recent Updates in AF Guidelines
Guest: Christopher DeSimone, M.D., Ph.D.
Guest: Abhishek Deshmukh, M.B.B.S.
Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.
There have been several recent publications from major societies (ACC/HRS/EHRA/ESC) regarding atrial fibrillation management updates. These include updates to treatment interventions in patients with AFib such as catheter ablation, medical therapy, heart failure, and timing of intervention.
Topics Discussed:
What are the new recommendations on catheter ablation?
What is new regarding the relationship between atrial fibrillation and heart failure?
Are there new guidelines on Intervention and timing in atrial fibrillation management?
Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices.
LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services
Cardiovascular Education App:
The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today!
No CME credit offered for this episode.
Podcast episode transcript found here.
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