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The epidemic of obesity has contributed to a growing burden of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and diabetes mellitus (DM) worldwide. MetS is defined as central obesity along with associated factors such as hypertriglyceridemia, low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, hyperglycemia, and hypertension. MetS and DM are associated with significant cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Healthy behavioural modification is the cornerstone for reducing the atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease burden in this population. Comprehensive, multidisciplinary cardiac rehabilitation (CR) programs reduce mortality and hospitalizations in patients with MetS and DM. Despite this benefit, patients with MetS and DM are less likely to attend and complete CR because of numerous barriers. Implementation of innovative CR delivery models might improve utilization of CR and cardiovascular outcomes in this high-risk population.
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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cjca.2016.07.507 | DOI Listing |
PLoS One
September 2025
Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.
Objective: This study investigates the mechanisms behind exercise capacity in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), focusing on central and peripheral components, as described by the Fick equation.
Methods: A cross-sectional study of 141 adults with T2DM was conducted, using cardiopulmonary exercise testing, near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) and exercise echocardiography. Participants with sufficient-quality NIRS data were stratified into tertiles based on percentage predicted VO₂peak.
Eur J Prev Cardiol
September 2025
Department of Cardiology, Esbjerg and Grindsted Hospital - University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Esbjerg, Denmark.
Aim: This study aimed to establish general consensus on a systematic needs assessment model to determine eligibility for cardiac rehabilitation (CR) as part of secondary prevention in individuals with atrial fibrillation (AF). Specific objectives included identifying relevant needs assessment criteria and establishing consensus on referral criteria.
Methods: A Delphi study was conducted following the ACCORD guidelines (ACcurate COnsensus Reporting Document) with participation of an international, multi-disciplinary expert panel including physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals, across primary and secondary care as well as academic research.
Expert Rev Cardiovasc Ther
September 2025
Department of Cardiac Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
Background: Heart transplant (HTx) in dystrophy patients has been shown to have a similar survival to cardiomyopathy from other causes, but postoperative rehabilitation remains an issue. This study aimed to review and analyze the reports in the literature to determine whether pre- and post-transplant functional status along with wheelchair dependence in dystrophy patients can influence post-HTx outcomes.
Research Design And Methods: Relevant databases were queried for all case reports and case series regarding HTx in patients with dystrophy-associated cardiomyopathy published in the literature.
Eur Heart J
September 2025
Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University Medical Centre Göttingen, Robert-Koch-Straße 40, 37075 Göttingen, Germany.
Background And Aims: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a prevalent complication after cardiac surgery, worsening patient outcomes. Considering the established role of Ca2+-handling abnormalities in AF pathogenesis, this study aimed to evaluate if integrating cytosolic Ca2+-handling measurements with clinical risk factors enhances the risk prediction of post-operative AF.
Methods: Clinical data from 558 patients undergoing cardiac surgery without pre-existing AF from two centres were analysed.
Medicine (Baltimore)
September 2025
Nursing Department, The Yangming Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, Yuyao City, Zhejiang Province, China.
This study evaluates job maintenance status and predictors of young and middle-aged patients after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). A total of 221 young and middle-aged patients after PCI from November 1, 2023 to January 31, 2025 were selected. The job readiness of patients who have not returned to work and the job maintenance of patients who have returned to work were investigated.
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