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Takotsubo syndrome tied to impaired LV contractility, shortened systolic period

Takotsubo syndrome tied to impaired LV contractility, shortened systolic period

21 May 2023

Patients with Takotsubo syndrome (TTS), a reversible form of heart failure with incompletely understood pathophysiology, may exhibit reduced cardiac contractility, shortened systolic period, inefficient energetics, and prolonged active relaxation but unaffected diastolic passive stiffness, a study has shown.

21 May 2023
Large for gestational age tied to higher cardiometabolic risks

Large for gestational age tied to higher cardiometabolic risks

17 May 2023

Individuals born large for gestational age (LGA) are more likely to develop obesity and metabolic syndrome later in life than those born appropriate for gestational age, suggests a study.

17 May 2023