Clinical characteristics, management approaches, and outcomes of patients with heart failure: the Jordan Heart Failure Registry.

Background: Heart failure (HF) is a complex clinical syndrome with diverse etiologies and pathophysiological mechanisms. While chronic HF has gained substantial understanding, acute HF remains less elucidated. This study aimed to analyze the data from the Jordanian Heart Failure Registry (JoHFR) to assess the clinical characteristics, management approaches, and outcomes of patients with HF.

Prehospital ECG Interpretation Methods for ST-Elevation MI Detection and Catheterization Laboratory Activation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Introduction: The diagnostic accuracies of different electrocardiography (ECG) interpretation methods remain unclear. Therefore, this study aimed to systematically evaluate and compare the diagnostic accuracy of prehospital 12-lead ECG interpretation methods for identifying ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and activating cardiac catheterization laboratories (CCLs).

Methods: A comprehensive search was conducted in Medline, Scopus, and CINAHL databases up to August 2024.

Temporal trends in the incidence and outcomes of cardiopulmonary arrest events treated in the emergency department at a tertiary hospital in Jordan.

Objective: This study aimed to estimate the incidence and outcomes of cardiac arrest treated in the emergency department (ED), and identify factors associated with survival to hospital discharge.

Methods: This was a single-center observational study of all adult cardiac arrest patients treated in the ED between 2015 and 2022. Patients were categorized into out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) and in-ED events based on whether the patients arrived at the ED in cardiac arrest or developed during the ED visit.

Traditional and Non-Traditional Risk Factors of Acute Coronary Syndrome in Young Women: Evidence from the ANCORS-YW Study.

Purpose: Young women are at risk of acute coronary syndrome (ACS). They represent a unique population exposed to traditional cardiovascular risk factors and female sex-specific, non-traditional risk factors. The current study aimed to describe traditional and non-traditional risk factors of ACS in young women from the Middle East.

The Association Between the rs2200733 SNP and Atrial Fibrillation Among Arabs: A Study from Jordan.

Introduction: Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common disorder featured by an irregular and fast heartbeat. The etiology of AFib is complex and involves genetic and environmental factors. The rs2200733 single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) is located in close proximity to the promoter of paired-like homeodomain transcription factor 2 (PITX2) which plays a role in heart development.

Impact of Diabetes Mellitus on Heart Failure Patients: Insights from a Comprehensive Analysis and Machine Learning Model Using the Jordanian Heart Failure Registry.

Background: Heart failure (HF) is a common final pathway of various insults to the heart, primarily from risk factors including diabetes mellitus (DM) type 2. This study analyzed the clinical characteristics of HF in a Jordanian population with a particular emphasis on the relationship between DM and HF.

Methods: This prospective study used the Jordanian Heart Failure Registry (JoHFR) data.

Association of Body Mass Index with Outcomes in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation: Analysis from the (JoFib) Registry.

Background: Atrial fibrillation (AF) accounts for the majority of arrhythmias affecting adults. It is associated with an increased mortality and various complications. Obesity being a major risk factor of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases including AF has always been connected to the overall burden of AF, but its role in the development of AF complications remains unclear.

Statin Eligibility according to 2013 ACC/AHA and USPSTF Guidelines among Jordanian Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction: The Impact of Gender.

The objectives of this study were to evaluate statin eligibility among Middle Eastern patients admitted with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) who had no prior use of statin therapy, according to 2013 ACC/AHA and 2016 USPSTF guidelines, and to compare statin eligibility between men and women. This was a retrospective multicenter observational study of all adult patients admitted to five tertiary care centers in Jordan with a first-time AMI, no prior cardiovascular disease, and no prior statin use between April 2018 and June 2019. Ten-year atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk score was estimated based on ACC/AHA risk score.

Validation of CHA2DS2 VASc Score Predictability of Stroke and Systemic Embolization in a Middle Eastern Population with AF: The Jordan Atrial Fibrillation (JoFib) Study.

Background And Purpose: CHA2DS2-VASc score is one of the most widely used scoring systems to assess the risk of systemic embolization and stroke in patients suffering from atrial fibrillation (Afib); furthermore, it is important in guiding their treatment. This study aimed to evaluate the predictivity of this score in the Jordanian population, build a deeper understanding of patients' demographic and risk factors, and assess the usefulness of anticoagulation as a preventive measure.

Methods: A total of 2020 patients with Afib registered in the Jordanian Atrial Fibrillation (JoFib) registry were enrolled in this study.

Prevalence Estimates, Severity, and Risk Factors of Depressive Symptoms among Coronary Artery Disease Patients after Ten Days of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.

Background: Depression and cardiovascular disorders are significant determinants of health that affect the quality of life and life expectations. Despite the high importance of depression screening among Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) patients, the time being to assess and treat it remains controversial.

Objectives: This study aims to assess the prevalence estimates and severity of depressive symptoms and determine the risk factors associated with developing such symptoms among CAD patients after ten days of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

Successfully treated hemi-central retinal artery occlusion following cardiac catheterization; case report.

Introduction And Importance: Here we report a case of a middle-aged man who complained of blurred vision in his left eye 1 h post cardiac catheterization and proved to have central retinal artery occlusion, a dangerous but potentially treatable sight-threatening complication of cardiac-catheterization. The patient was successfully treated through an Ophthalmological surgical intervention.

Case Presentation: A 49- year-old male patient admitted to the coronary care unit as a case of non-ST-elevation-myocardial infarction.

A Floating Right Atrial and Ventricular Thrombus in a Patient with Syncope.

Here, we describe a rare echocardiographic finding of a floating right heart thrombus in an elderly woman who presented with an unexplained syncope. Our case demonstrates the pivotal role of echocardiography in the workup of patients admitted with syncope.

A 44 years-old male patient surviving total occlusion of the left main coronary artery (STEMI) accompanied with cardiogenic shock.

Introduction: Thrombus occlusion of the left main coronary artery (LMCA) is a poorly prognostic condition that is commonly associated with mortality especially when complicated with cardiogenic shock.

Presentation Of Case: In this report, we presented a case for 44 years-old male patient who is not known to have ischemic heart disease. He was transferred from a peripheral hospital for emergency percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) after presenting with anterior ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) complicated with cardiogenic shock.

The Knowledge and Perception of Antiplatelet and Anticoagulant agents among Dentists in Northern Jordan.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to describe the attitude and perception toward antiplatelet/anticoagulant agents in patients with cardiovascular diseases among dentists in the northern district of Jordan and to compare the current practice of Jordanian dentists and the recently published guidelines regarding the management of patients taking antiplatelet/anticoagulant drugs before dental procedures.

Materials And Methods: This is a cross-sectional study conducted on dentists and dental interns working at the dental clinics in northern Jordan, including dental clinics at Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST) and the private sector. The total sample size comprised of 128 subjects (78 dentists from JUST and 50 private practitioners).

The impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the cardiology services in Northern Jordan.

The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, has rapidly spread worldwide starting from China in late 2019. The first case in Jordan was reported on March 2, 2020. The Jordanian government made many transformations to address this crisis.

A Concurrent Ischemic Stroke, Myocardial Infarction, and Aortic Thrombi in a Young Patient with Hyperhomocysteinemia: A Case Report.

We are presenting a case report of a previously healthy 39-year-old man who was found to have acute inferior ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and acute large right middle cerebral artery (MCA) ischemic stroke with hemorrhagic transformation. Transesophageal echocardiogram and chest CT angiogram revealed two thrombi; one attached to the wall of the ascending aorta just above the right coronary artery sinus, and one at the origin of the brachiocephalic trunk. The occlusion of the coronary artery and right MCA most likely could be because of embolization from these thrombi.

An observational study of the occurrence of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) among jordanian patients: Identifying the influence of Ramadan Fasting.

Introduction: Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) tend to face several health issues during the Holy month of Ramadan, due to the change in dietary patterns. This study aims to investigate the influence of fasting during Ramadan on the occurrence of ACS.

Methods: The study followed a retrospective observational design, and was conducted in King Abdullah University Hospital (KAUH) of Jordan, during the period of June 06, 2016 to Aug 08, 2016 and May 27, 2017 to July 27, 2017.

The effectiveness of early position change postcardiac catheterization on patient's outcomes: A randomized controlled trial.

Background: Nurses play a substantial role in maintaining patient homeostasis postcardiac catheterization. Patients frequently complain of back pain and discomfort as a result of the prolonged bed rest postcatheterization.

Aim: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of early position change postcardiac catheterization on reducing patients' pain and discomfort.

Hypertension in Jordan: Prevalence, Awareness, Control, and Its Associated Factors.

Objectives: Determine the prevalence, awareness, and control rates of hypertension and their associated factors among Jordanian adults.

Methods: A multistage sampling technique was used to select a nationally representative sample of adults from the population of Jordan. Trained interviewers collected data using a comprehensive structured questionnaire, measured anthropometric parameters, and collected blood samples.

Interval neurophysiological changes in non septic critically ill mechanically ventilated patients.

Peripheral nerve changes in critically ill patients are common, sepsis being the most important risk factor. The aim of our study is to investigate interval neurophysiological changes in non septic mechanically ventilated critically ill patients, a group who has not been the focus of previous studies. Consecutive non septic mechanically ventilated critically ill patients were included.