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For individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), the earlier the age at diagnosis, the higher the likelihood of subsequent coronary heart disease (CHD), stroke, cancer, and all-cause death, as shown in a study.

Individuals with atrial fibrillation (AF) and a systolic blood pressure (SBP) of <110 mm Hg appear to be at higher risk of all-cause death, suggests a study, noting however that SBP is not significantly associated with renal (dys)function.

Among the many tools being used to assess functional capacity prior to elective noncardiac surgery, cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) is the most studied, followed by field walking tests, according to a study. Moreover, most research also focuses on only one aspect of validity.

The presence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in patients with moderate to severe aortic stenosis (AS) appears to increase mortality and admissions for cardiac failure, reports a Singapore study. It may also result in fewer aortic valve replacements.

A low-inflammatory diet appears to reduce the risk and slow the accumulation of multimorbidity in adults, particularly in those aged >60 years, according to a study.

Evidence from a large population-based study shows no consistent association between an increased risk of cancer and exposure to antihypertensive drugs.

Nonmodifiable factors such as male sex, type of SCN5A mutation, and polygenic risk score are independently associated with outcomes in patients with Brugada syndrome (BrS), a study has shown