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Cardiovascular and Metabolic Disorders

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Risk of circulatory diseases associated with proton-pump inhibitors: a retrospective cohort study using electronic medical records in Thailand
"This paper proposed some risks of circulatory diseases associated with Proton-pump inhibitors."
Guangdong Yang, Handling Editor
Assessing the effect of cardiovascular disease on work productivity and financial loss among school teachers in Peninsular Malaysia: a nested case-control study
"This paper connects cardiovascular epidemiology with financial and economic aspects of the society. The approach is novel and robust and the theme is innovative."
Arindam Basu, Handling Editor
Knowledge of cardiovascular disease risk factors among caregivers of cardiology patients attending Jordan University Hospital
"This study emphasizes the importance of caregiver knowledge in patient care. Improving caregivers' comprehension, acknowledging their role in patient care, and fostering awareness of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in vulnerable populations can elevate the quality of life for patients. Essentially, assessing caregivers' understanding of CVD can offer valuable insights, with the potential to enhance patient care through caregiver education."
Praveen Korla, Handling Editor
Association between aluminum and iron exposure in maternal blood and umbilical cord blood and congenital heart defects in children
"Interesting topic with interesting results... Very important for maternal and fetal health."
Sonia Oliveira, Handling Editor
Involvement of plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 in p300/p53-mediated age-related atrial fibrosis
Praveen Korla, Handling Editor
Association between osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease in elderly people: evidence from a retrospective study
"In this study, the interplay between osteoporosis, biochemical indices, bone mineral density (BMD), and cardiovascular disease in the geriatric population is examined. The research unveils a correlation between specific lipid profiles and homocysteine levels with osteoporosis and BMD, which are subsequently associated with an elevated risk of cardiovascular disease. The data posits that BMD could serve as a potential prognostic marker for cardiovascular disease risk. The implications of this research are profound, potentially reshaping the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies for both osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease."
Peixin Dong, Handling Editor
The correlation between heart rate variability index and vulnerability prognosis in patients with acute decompensated heart failure
"This research provides valuable insights into the relationship between Heart Rate Variability (HRV) parameters and the prognosis of patients with Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (ADHF). It identifies specific HRV parameters, including SDNN, SDANN, LF, PNN50, and HF, as significant factors influencing poor prognosis. The study's findings suggest that a combined assessment of these HRV parameters can enhance the prediction of poor prognosis in ADHF patients. This could potentially lead to improved monitoring and early intervention strategies for patients at risk, thereby improving their overall health outcomes."
Peixin Dong, Handling Editor
Comparison of nutritional supplements in improving glycolipid metabolism and endocrine function in polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
"This research is important because it thoroughly evaluates how dietary supplements affect polycystic ovarian syndrome patients. It highlights supplements like carnitine that may help reduce body mass, chromium, Omega-3, selenium for glucose control, and coenzyme Q10 for lipid metabolism by assessing research studies. These results may help manage PCOS, but further well-designed clinical studies are needed to verify them and remove study biases."
Peixin Dong, Handling Editor
Effect of the index of cardiac electrophysiological balance on major adverse cardiovascular events in patients with diabetes complicated with coronary heart disease
"Overall, this current study provides valuable insights into the relationship between ICEB levels and MACE. These findings will help develop, in the future, better therapeutic options for related diseases."
Peixin Dong, Handling Editor
Chronic unpredictable mild stress promotes atherosclerosis via adipose tissue dysfunction in ApoE-/- mice
"This study explores how Chronic Unpredictable Mild Stress (CUMS) impacts adipose tissue, revealing its role in dyslipidemia, insulin resistance, and heightened inflammation. This research not only registers a link between stress and cardiovascular disease but also underscores the significance of adipose tissue dysfunction in aggravating atherosclerosis. By identifying reduced HDL-associated protein expression as a potential mechanism, the study highlights avenues for therapeutic interventions in cardiovascular health. It is a cross-disciplinary study bridging the fields of physiology, metabolism, and cardiovascular health, to unravel the intricate connections between stress, adipose tissue function, and cardiovascular disease."
Sonia Oliveira, Handling Editor
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