Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4146462-A4146462, November 12, 2024. Background:Recurrent ventricular tachycardia (VT) is common in patients with ischemic heart disease (IHD), even with anti-arrhythmic drugs on board. While ICDs can abort VT episodes, ICD shocks can be painful. Ablation therapy can reduce the number of ICD shocks and interventions, but the optimal ablation technique is still uncertain.Purpose:We aim to review the clinical efficacy and safety of catheter ablation vs anti-arrhythmic drugs in patients with IHD.Methods:We conducted comprehensive searches across PubMed, CENTRAL, WOS, Scopus, and EMBASE until Feb 2024. Pooled data were reported using risk ratio (RR) for dichotomous outcomes and mean difference (MD) for continuous outcomes, along with a 95% confidence interval (CI). This systematic review and meta-analysis was registered with PROSPERO ID: CRD42024551760.Results:We included seven RCTs with a total of 836 patients. Patients who underwent ablation had a lower risk of VT storm compared to those who received anti-arrhythmic drugs [RR: 0.65 with 95% CI (0.49, 0.87), P < 0.01), Compared to anti-arrhythmic drugs, the catheter ablation group also required less Appropriate ICD therapy [RR: 0.72 with 95% CI (0.57, 0.90), P < 0.01), and fewer ICD shocks [ RR: 0.64 with 95% CI (0.45, 0.93), P = 0.02). However, there was no significant difference in VT recurrence [RR: 0.91 with 95% CI (0.74, 1.14), P = 0.42), all-cause mortality [RR: 0.87 with 95% CI (0.65, 1.16), P = 0.34), or any adverse events [RR: 0.96 with 95% CI (0.50, 1.84), P = 0.91) between the two groups.Conclusion:Our meta-analysis showed that catheter ablation was associated with a reduction in VT storm, ICD therapy, and ICD shocks. However, when compared to anti-arrhythmic drugs, catheter ablation for VT in IHD patients did not appear to afford any significant survival advantage.
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Abstract 4148133: Association between small pre-implant left ventricular end diastolic diameter and post left ventricular assist device implantation all-cause mortality: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4148133-A4148133, November 12, 2024. Background:Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) are crucial for the management of advanced heart failure patients acting, both as a bridge to heart transplant or destination therapy. Existing studies revealed mixed results on the impact of pre-implant left ventricular end-diastolic diameter (LVEDD) on post-LVAD mortality. Some studies found smaller LVEDD increases mortality, while others revealed no significant impact. Due to the limited evidence, this meta-analysis aims to determine the association between pre-LVEDD and post-LVAD implantation mortality through a systematic review and meta-analysis.Method:We systematically reviewed articles until May 2024 examining the association between pre-implant LVEDD and post-LVAD implantation mortality using PubMed, Google Scholar, Embase, and Scopus. A random effects model was used to calculate the pooled adjusted odds ratio (aOR). We used I2statistics to determine the heterogeneity of studies. Leave-one-out sensitivity analysis was done to evaluate each study’s effect on the overall estimate, with statistical significance set at p
Abstract 4140984: Palliative Care Interventions Effect on Quality of Life and Symptoms in Patients with Heart Failure: An Updated Systemic Review and Meta-analysis
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4140984-A4140984, November 12, 2024. Introduction:Heart failure (HF) is a prevalent medical condition, affecting approximately 6.7 million Americans. Patients with HF frequently experience comorbidities such as depression and anxiety, which can lead to diminished quality of life. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), palliative care may be beneficial for these patients in addressing their complex physical, mental, and social needs. Therefore, an assessment of palliative care involvement in HF patients is warranted to determine its impact on improving quality of life, alleviating symptoms such as dyspnea, depression, and anxiety.Hypothesis:The aim is to assess the impact of palliative care interventions on the quality of life, dyspnea, anxiety, and depression in patients with HF.Methods:A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted on clinical trials retrieved from Scopus, Cochrane, PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science databases from their inception until March 2024. Studies reporting on the impact of palliative care interventions on the quality of life of patients with HF were included. The primary outcome was the effect on quality of life, while the effects on dyspnea, depression, and anxiety were secondary outcomes. Data from the studies were pooled using RevMan V5.4, and changes in the mean difference from baseline and confidence intervals (CI) were calculated for each outcome.Results:The meta-analysis included eleven studies, predominantly randomized controlled trials, with a total of 1662 participants, 812 of whom received palliative care interventions. The analysis revealed a significant improvement in the mean change from baseline within the intervention group compared to usual care. Specifically, the quality of life showed a mean difference change from the baseline of 1.35 (95% CI: 0.88 to 1.82), anxiety improved with a mean difference change from baseline of 0.30 (95% CI: 0.03 to 0.58), and dyspnea showed a mean difference change from baseline of 1.0 (95% CI: 0.74 to 1.26). However, there was no significant difference in the mean change from baseline for depression between both groups.Conclusion:Palliative care interventions are associated with significant improvements in quality of life, anxiety, and dyspnea in patients with heart failure compared to usual care. However, there is no significant impact on depression. These findings support the integration of palliative care into the management of heart failure patients to enhance their overall well-being.
Abstract 4138277: Protamine Administration and Bleeding Risk Following Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4138277-A4138277, November 12, 2024. Background:Bleeding risk is a major concern for patients receiving transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) due to heparin use. In recent studies, Heparin antagonists, such as protamine, have shown potential in mitigating this complication. We aim to evaluate its potential role in reducing the risk of bleeding in patients post-TAVI.MethodsOn March 18, 2024, related articles were searched in the following databases: PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Wiley Library, VHL, Google Scholar, and clinicaltrials.gov. The inclusion criteria consisted of studies that reported the use of protamine in patients who underwent TAVI, with the aim of reducing bleeding risk compared to administering a placebo or no treatment. Our primary outcomes included major bleeding, life-threatening bleeding, the need for blood transfusion, the 30-day mortality rate, and any events of stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). The effect size was calculated using the odds ratio with a 95% confidence interval. Meta-analysis was conducted based on random-effect model using Revman.ResultsOut of the 14,705 articles we obtained, only 5 papers were included. One was a randomized controlled trial; the remaining 4 were observational cohorts with control groups. These studies comprised a total of 3,502 patients. Protamine significantly reduced major bleeding (OR 0.44, 95% CI 0.29-0.69, p = 0.0003, I2= 37%), especially with full-dose administration (1 mg/100 U UFH) compared to partial-dose administration (0.5 mg/100 U UFH) (OR 0.38, 95% CI 0.25-0.58, p < 0.00001, I2= 0%). Similarly, protamine significantly reduced life-threatening bleeding (OR 0.37, 95% CI 0.20-0.67, p = 0.001, I2= 4%), particularly with full-dose usage compared to partial-dose (OR 0.37, 95% CI 0.18-0.73, p = 0.004, I2= 0%). However, no significant difference was observed in the need for blood transfusion (OR 0.75, 95% CI 0.46-1.24, p = 0.27, I2= 33%), stroke/TIA risk (OR 0.82, 95% CI 0.41-1.61, p = 0.56, I2= 49%), or 30-day mortality (OR 0.93, 95% CI 0.62-1.39, p = 0.73, I2= 0%).ConclusionsThe use of protamine appears to significantly reduce major and life-threatening bleeding. The need for blood transfusion, risk of stroke or TIA, and 30-day mortality did not show significant differences. These findings suggest that protamine may be an effective intervention for reducing bleeding complications post-TAVI. However, large randomized controlled trials are needed to validate these findings.
Abstract 4119611: Catheter ablation approach and outcome in HIV+ patients with atrial fibrillation: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4119611-A4119611, November 12, 2024. Background:Catheter ablation has emerged as an effective treatment option for atrial fibrillation (AF) in the general population. However, limited data exist on the outcomes of catheter ablation in patients infected with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV+) with concomitant AF.Objectives:This systematic review and single arm meta-analysis aims to comprehensively evaluate the literature on catheter ablation approach and outcome in HIV+ patients with AF.Methods:A systematic search of PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials was conducted following PRISMA guidelines.Studies meeting the intervention of catheter ablation for AF in HIV+ patients, using radiofrequency, cryoballoon, or pulsed field ablation techniques, were included and data were collected and synthesized using proportion meta-analysis techniques. Statistical analysis was carried out using R software.Results:Three studies met the inclusion criteria, involving 89 HIV+ patients, with an average age of 51.5 years, of whom 83.1% were men, undergoing catheter ablation. Two studies performed received isolation of the pulmonary vein (PV) + posterior wall and superior vena cava. And one study evaluated only the isolation of the pulmonary veins. Of these patients, 43.8% had paroxysmal AF and 56.1% had persistent AF. In two studies reporting freedom from atrial arrhythmias, all patients (62) experienced recurrence of atrial arrhythmias within 5 years of follow-up. Freedom from repeat ablation was 6.26% (Figure 1A). The rate of Pulmonary Vein Trigger was 31.28% (Figure 1B), while the rate of Non-Pulmonary Vein Trigger (non-PV) was 76.64% (Figure 1C).Conclusion:In this systematic review and meta-analysis assessing outcomes of ablation in HIV patients with AF, we observed a similar prevalence of paroxysmal and persistent AF. Furthermore, contrary to the non-HIV+ patients, a high incidence of non-pulmonary vein triggers of AF was noted in this population.
Abstract 4139264: Outcomes Of Pulmonary Vein Isolation With Or Without Adjunctive Posterior Wall Isolation In Patients With Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4139264-A4139264, November 12, 2024. Introduction:Pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) is a catheter ablation (CA) technique employed as a treatment strategy for atrial fibrillation in young patients or those who do not respond to medical therapy. Techniques for PVI include radiofrequency (RFA) ablation and balloon cryoablation. The left atrial posterior wall has been recognized as a significant anatomical area involved in the onset and persistence of atrial fibrillation (AF). However, the impact of additional posterior wall isolation (PWI) during PVI remains uncertain.Research Question:What are the outcomes of pulmonary vein isolation compared to pulmonary vein isolation with adjunctive posterior wall isolation in patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation?Goals:To determine the efficacy of adjunctive posterior wall isolation in treating persistent AF.Methods:A systematic literature search was conducted on various databases (Pubmed/Medline, EMBASE, Google Scholar, Scopus) from inception until March 2024, to include studies comparing outcomes of patients undergoing management of paroxysmal AF with either PVI + concurrent PWI versus only PVI. Observational studies and Randomized Controlled Trials were included. Review Manager (v 5.3) was used for pooled analysis of included studies employing risk ratio (RR) as the effect measure (4).Results:We conducted a random-effects meta-analysis, pooling data from 5 studies with a total of 2,441 patients. Our analysis revealed a significant improvement in AF recurrence for the cryoablation technique with PVI+PWI (RR=0.56, 95% CI: 0.41, 0.76, I2=0%, p=0.0002) but no significant result was found for PVI+PWI in RFA (RR=1.37, 95% CI: 0.87, 2.18, I2=0%, p=0.18) for AF. For the recurrence of all arrhythmias, the risk ratios for cryoablation and RFA are 0.60 (95% CI: 0.46, 0.78, I2=0%, p=0.0001) and 1.17 (95% CI: 0.83, 1.65, I2=0%, p=0.37) respectively, significant in the case of cryoablation and non-significant for RFA.Conclusion:Concurrent PWI with PVI with the cryoablation technique in patients for the management of paroxysmal AF reduces the risk of recurrent AF. Due to the limited number of studies included, it is possible that the results were underpowered. Further prospective studies in the future are warranted.
Abstract 4145936: Ethnic differences in Body Mass Index Cut-off Values Associated with Cardiovascular Risks in South Asians Compared to White Population: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4145936-A4145936, November 12, 2024. Background:BMI is a modifiable risk factor for stroke and heart disease. However, there is limited or no data on the association of BMI with adverse outcomes and the absence of data on Black, South Asian, and Arab populations. Thus, national, and global recommendations for BMI cutoffs to prevent obesity-related complications among minority populations are debatable.Aims:This review aimed to identify a holistic estimate of the optimal BMI cutoffs at which cardiovascular adverse outcomes could be predicted amongst south Asian populations.Methods:A systematic search was conducted in PubMed, Google Scholar, and Cochrane database to identify community-based studies that reported BMI cut-off values for individuals in South Asian countries from 2004 onward. To determine ethnicity-specific BMI cut-offs for obesity equivalent to the BMI threshold for obesity in White populations (≥30 kg/m2), a random-effects meta-analysis was performed for data associated with type 2 Diabetes. The pooled estimate of cut-off points was calculated, with studies weighted by the inverse variance of their individual estimates.Results:We included 7 studies, comprising a total of 143,380 participants from South Asian countries. The pooled estimate for the BMI cutoff associated with type 2 diabetes, equivalent to a BMI of 30.0 kg/m2in White populations, was 23.3 kg/m2(95% CI: 22.0-24.6). Summary receiver operating characteristic (SROC) curves were created using a linear regression model to summarize the studies’ ROC curves. The highest Youden index indicated that the optimal BMI cut point for hypertension and dyslipidaemia among South Asian males was 23.3 kg/m2(95% CI: 22.2-24.6) and 24.3 kg/m2(95% CI: 21.2-27.4), respectively. For South Asian females, the optimal BMI cut point for hypertension was 24.0 kg/m2(95% CI: 22.9-25.2) and for dyslipidaemia was 24.7 kg/m2(95% CI: 23.0-25.9).Conclusion:Revisions to BMI cutoffs specific to different ethnicities are necessary to ensure that minority ethnic groups receive proper clinical monitoring. This will help enhance the prevention, early diagnosis, and timely management of cardiovascular risk factors.
Abstract 4144819: Efficacy and Safety of Coronary Sinus Reducer for Refractory Angina: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4144819-A4144819, November 12, 2024. Background:Refractory angina severely affects patients’ quality of life around the world. Among the new treatment methods, the coronary sinus reducer (CSR) is one of the most thoroughly researched.Purpose:We aim to investigate the efficacy and safety of CSR for refractory angina.Methods:We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) from PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Embase, and Cochrane searches until May 2024. Dichotomous data were pooled using risk ratio (RR), and continuous data were pooled using mean difference (MD), both with a 95% confidence interval (CI), using (R version 4.3).Results:With the inclusion of three RCTs, our cohort comprised a total of 180 patients. Compared to the control group, after six months, CSR was significantly associated with decreased mean change of Canadian cardiovascular society (CCS) class (MD: -0.54 with 95% CI [-0.80, -0.27], P< 0.01), an increased number of patients in the CCS class I (RR: 2.29 with 95% CI [1.14, 4.61], P= 0.02), a decreased number of patients in the CCS class III (RR: 0.53 with 95% CI [0.32, 0.87], P= 0.01), and increased exercise time (MD: 50.46 with 95% CI [9.47, 91.45], P= 0.02). However, there was no significant difference between CSR and the control group in CCS class II, class IV, across all Seattle Angina Questionnaire (SAQ) domains, the incidence of any serious adverse events (RR: 3.44 with 95% CI [0.82, 14.42], P= 0.09), stroke (RR: 2.13 with 95% CI [0.20, 22.88], P= 0.53), and all-cause mortality (RR: 1.06 with 95% CI [0.07, 16.59], P= 0.97).Conclusion:CSR has been shown to reduce angina severity by lowering CCS class scores and increasing exercise time. Large-scale RCTs are needed to confirm its effectiveness in patients with refractory angina.
Abstract 4136033: High-Dose Folic acid Supplementation in Acute Myocardial Infarction – A systematic review
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4136033-A4136033, November 12, 2024. Background:Folic acid, a B vitamin, is essential for DNA synthesis and repair, and its role in reducing homocysteine levels has been linked to cardiovascular health. Elevated homocysteine is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, including acute myocardial infarction (MI) and coronary artery disease (CAD). Despite evidence suggesting that folic acid supplementation may lower homocysteine levels, its clinical benefits in reducing cardiovascular events remain unclear.Methods:A comprehensive literature search was conducted in PubMed/Medline, Google Scholar, and Cochrane Library databases for studies published from 2000 to 2024 using MeSH terms related to “folic acid,” “B vitamin,” “acute myocardial infarction,” “cardiac arrest,” “heart attack,” and “coronary heart disease.” Only randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and observational studies in English involving adult patients with acute MI or CAD were included. Exclusion criteria were applied to poor-quality studies, irrelevant outcomes, overlapping populations, and non-English texts. Data on study characteristics and patient demographics were extracted, and study quality was assessed using the RoB2 tool. Outcomes were pooled using RevMan 5.3.4 software.Results:Fourteen studies on all-cause mortality showed a risk ratio (RR) of 0.99 [95% CI: 0.94-1.04], indicating no significant difference between folic acid and control groups. Eight studies on cardiovascular mortality yielded a RR of 0.90 [95% CI: 0.82-0.99], suggesting a significant reduction in cardiovascular deaths with folic acid supplementation. Analyses of sudden death, coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) events, revascularization procedures, stroke, and recurrent MI found no significant associations with folic acid supplementation.Conclusions:High-dose folic acid supplementation appears to reduce cardiovascular mortality in post-MI patients but shows no significant impact on other clinical outcomes. This meta-analysis’s limitations include potential publication bias, heterogeneity among included studies, and variability in folic acid dosages and treatment durations. Furthermore, the lack of comprehensive homocysteine level data constrained the analysis. Future large-scale RCTs are needed to fully ascertain the therapeutic potential of folic acid supplementation in secondary prevention of cardiovascular events.
Abstract 4146436: Echocardiography Analysis of Anabolic-Androgenic Steroids Effects on Cardiac Structure and Function in Athletes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4146436-A4146436, November 12, 2024. Introduction:Anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) have been used for performance enhancement by athletes, exposing them to potential cardiovascular effects and structural changes. Some athletes also present cardiac structural or functional changes secondary to resistance training. Therefore, the true effect of AAS in echocardiographic parameters among athletes remains unclear.Research Question:What are the changes in echocardiographic parameters in athletes who use AAS compared with those who do not use AAS.Objective:We aimed to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis comparing use with no use of AAS in athletes for echocardiography parameters.Methods:PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane were systematically searched for studies that assessed echocardiographic changes in athletes who used AAS compared to non-users. We computed mean differences (MD) for all continuous outcomes, with 95% confidence intervals (CI) pooled under a random-effects model. Heterogeneity was assessed with I2statistics. Statistical analysis was performed using Review Manager (Cochrane Collaboration).Results:We included 13 studies with 742 male athletes (401 AAS vs 341 control; mean age 33.4 and 32.4 years respectively). AAS was associated with a decrease left ventricular (LV) ejection fraction (MD -3.17%; 95% CI -5.51, -0.83%; p=0.008; Figure 1A) and global longitudinal strain (MD 3.58%; 95% CI 2.95, 4.20%; p
Abstract 4138622: Cardiac Rhabdomyosarcoma: An Updated Review of the English Literature From 1980 Through 2023
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4138622-A4138622, November 12, 2024. Cardiac Rhabdomyosarcoma (CR) is a rare malignant neoplasm of the heart occurring in all age groups and genders. It can arise anywhere in the heart with varied clinical presentation. Available data on CR are mainly from case reports and series that are limited by small sizes. The purpose of this study was to characterize the epidemiology, presentation, management, hospital course, and outcomes of CR published in the English literature from 1980-2023.Methods:We reviewed and included all published case reports with a diagnosis of CR in adult patients (age >18 years) on PubMed and Google Scholar using the keywords “primary cardiac tumor” and “cardiac rhabdomyosarcoma”. Data was extracted onto an Excel spreadsheet for analysis and the outcomes of interest were demographics, clinical presentation, diagnostic modalities, management, complications, and outcomes. We used descriptive statistics to analyze the data.Results:Among a total of 97 patients from 19 countries included in this study, 54% were males and the median age was 49 years (range 18-80). The main symptoms were dyspnea (37.1%), palpitations (23.7%), chest pains (16.5%) and syncope (6.5%). Hypotension or heart failure and arrhythmias were present in 10.3% and 9.3%, respectively and 5.2% had pericardial effusion. In addition to those with metastatic tumors, 22.7% had chronic co-morbidities. The majority of the cases were primary tumors (85.6%), and the remainder were (14.4%). All patients had at least one imaging modality including echocardiography (89%) and CT/MRI (84%). The commonest sites of cardiac involvement were the left atrium (35%), right atrium (33%), right ventricle (20%), and left ventricle (12%). Approximately 68% involved a single cardiac site while 32% involved multiple sites. Among the patients, 96% underwent surgery while 33% and 25% had chemotherapy and 25% radiotherapy, respectively. The median length of hospital stay was 11 days (range, 2-68 days), and mortality was recorded in 79.3% (77/97) of the patients. The median survival time was reported in 42 patients, and it was 6 months (range, 0-36 months).Conclusion:Cardiac rhabdomyosarcoma is a rare and aggressive malignant neoplasm. Most cases are primary tumors with poor outcomes such as a very short median survival time and a very high mortality rate despite the combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. This calls for further research into the early diagnosis and optimal management strategies to improve outcomes.
Abstract 4145287: The effects on mortality of statin therapy in patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF): An updated systematic review and meta-analysis
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4145287-A4145287, November 12, 2024. BACKGOUND:Statins have shown benefits in the prognosis of patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). However, the effects of statin in patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEf) remains unclear. Therefore, we aim to perform an updated systematic review and propensity scores (PS) meta-analysis comparing statin with no statin therapy in this population.METHODS:We searched in PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases for studies examining the effect of statin use in patients with HFpEF. The primary outcome was (1) all-cause mortality, with secondary outcomes being (1) cardiovascular (CV) mortality and (3) heart failure (HF) hospitalization. We also performed a subgroup analysis for the primary outcome, comparing studies that used PS and studies that did not adjust the baseline covariates.RESULTS:We included in this meta-analysis a total of 17 studies. Our study encompassed 43,911 patients with HPpEF, of whom 19,142 (43.59%) received statin therapy. The mean age was 66.95 years, with a mean follow-up of 3.08 years. In the pooled analysis, statin was significantly associated with reduced all-cause mortality (HR 0.68; 95%CI 0.62-0.76; p
Abstract 4145113: Association of Vasoactive-Inotropic Score and Poor Outcomes, Including Mortality, in Patients Who Underwent Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4145113-A4145113, November 12, 2024. Background:Vasoactive-inotropic score (VIS) has been previously utilized as one of the predictors in open heart procedures postoperatively, but its association with poor outcomes in patients who underwent coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) is still unclear. We aim to find the association in this population.Methods:PubMed, Google Scholar, and Scopus were systematically searched for studies showing an association of poor cardiovascular (CV) outcomes, including mortality with VIS from inception to May 2024 following CABG surgery. Pooled effect sizes were estimated using a fixed-effect model and 95% confidence intervals (CI). I2statistics was used to measure heterogeneity. Leave-one-out sensitivity analysis and meta-regression analysis were utilized to measure the robustness of our findings and detect influencing confounding variables, respectively. Quality assessment of the studies was done through the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) tool. P-value 5 and poor outcomes, including mortality in six studies with pooled unadjusted OR-1.08 [95% CI: 1.06-1.10, p < 0.0001] and in four studies with adjusted OR-1.07 [95% CI: 1.04-1.09, p < 0.0001] among those who underwent CABG (Figure 1a). Sensitivity analysis showed no variations among studies and confirmed the robustness of our findings (Figures 2a&2b). Additionally, meta-regression analysis indicated that mean age was associated with a minimal progression rate of mortality in patients succeeding CABG with a VIS > 5 (p = 0.04). (Figure 1b) High scores in the JBI tool revealed high quality among the studies selected.Conclusion:Our study suggests that there is a significant association of VIS > 5 with poor cardiovascular outcomes in patients following CABG surgery. This association can help in preventing deleterious cardiovascular outcomes.
Abstract 4145460: Takotsubo syndrome and sports: a systematic review
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4145460-A4145460, November 12, 2024. Takotsubo syndrome (TTS) is a rare cardiovascular condition characterized by reversible ventricular dysfunction and a presentation resembling that of acute myocardial infarction. An increasing number of studies has shown physical stress as a trigger for TTS. Here, we comprehensively reviewed the literature and examined the available evidence for TTS patients triggered by sports. After searching PubMed, Embase, Web of Science and Scopus databases, two investigators independently reviewed 837 studies published through July 24, 2023. Of these studies, 21 met the inclusion criteria (n = 23 patients), including 9 patients with exercise stress test, 14 patients with daily physical activity. In Sports-trigger TTS patients, the most common TTS symptom was dyspnea (69.57%), followed by chest pain (52.17%) and diaphoresis (13.04%). The most common type of TTS was apical, accounting for 69.57% of cases, followed by the midventricular (21.74%) and basal (8.70%) types. The overall mortality rate for Sports-trigger TTS patients was 0.00%. Exercise stress test (39.13%), swimming (21.74%) and diving (21.74%) are the most frequently identified physical activity triggers of TTS. Sports is a potential etiology of TTS patients, rare but it is associated with excellent prognosis. Furthermore, the diagnosis of TTS must be considered in patients with typical symptom after sports. Future prospective studies are needed to establish appropriate guidelines for avoiding TTS during sports and the appropriate exercise prescription for Sports-trigger TTS patients to recovery.
Abstract 4139425: Timing of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Non-infarct-related Coronary Artery in Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction and Multivessel Disease: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4139425-A4139425, November 12, 2024. Introduction:Although prior reports suggest that percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) of non-infarct-related artery (NIRA) in patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and multivessel disease improves clinical outcomes, the optimal timing for NIRA-PCI remains debated.Research Questions:When is the preferred timing to perform NIRA-PCI after infarct-related-artery (IRA)- PCI?Aims:We aimed to compare the clinical outcomes based on PCI strategies classified by the timing of NIRA-PCI in AMI patients with multivessel disease.Methods:We performed a systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating clinical outcomes to compare PCI strategies for multivessel disease in AMI patients until September 2023. The primary outcome measure was all-cause death, while the secondary outcomes included myocardial infarction, stroke, coronary revascularization, and bleeding.Results:We included 22 RCTs (N=13,093) comparing the IRA only-PCI and NIRA-PCI strategies. Immediate NIRA-PCI strategy was defined as performing NIRA-PCI after IRA-PCI without delay. Staged NIRA-PCI strategies were categorized into three groups based on the protocol-defined or treated timing for NIRA-PCI from the IRA-PCI: within one week (Staged_Within1W), one week to one month (Staged_1Wto1M), and after one month (Staged_After1M). Compared with IRA-only PCI, Staged_Within1W had significantly lower risks for all-cause death, myocardial infarction, and coronary revascularization. The immediate PCI strategy relative to IRA-only PCI favored for myocardial infarction and coronary revascularization; however, there was no significant difference for all-cause death. Although Staged_1Wto1M or Staged_After1M showed trends similar to Staged_Within1W, all outcome measures had no significant difference. The risk for bleeding or stroke was comparable among the four strategies.Conclusions:This meta-analysis demonstrated a consistent benefit of the NIRA-PCI strategies relative to IRA-only PCI strategy in patients with AMI and multivessel disease. Among the NIRA-PCI strategies, NIRA-PCI within one week appeared the most preferred strategy in patients with AMI and multivessel disease.
Abstract 4139384: Retrospective Review of the Safety and Effectiveness of a Low Carbohydrate Ketogenic Diet in Overweight or Obese Patients with Heart Failure
Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1, Page A4139384-A4139384, November 12, 2024. Background:Recent evidence suggests a therapeutic role for ketosis in patients with heart failure (HF). However, little is known regarding the safety and effectiveness of a low carbohydrate ketogenic diet (LCKD) in patients with overweight or obesity and HF.Purpose:To examine the safety and effectiveness of a LCKD in patients with overweight or obesity and HF.Methods:A retrospective review from 2006-2024 was conducted of all patients with overweight or obesity and HF who followed a LCKD with clinical oversight for at least one year in a university health system. Changes in metabolic outcomes, echocardiographic measures, and medication use were assessed. Heart failure hospitalization (HFH) rates and rate ratios (RR) and all-cause mortality rates were calculated and stratified by HF classification.Results:A total of 125 patients met inclusion criteria, including 59 patients with HF with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and 66 patients with HF with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). Patients lost a median (interquartile range) of 11.2 kg (-19.5, 4.4;p