Acute Coronary Syndromes

Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is most commonly caused by a heart attack (myocardial infarction) where blood flow to the heart is suddenly blocked. This is usually caused by a blood clot from a ruptured coronary artery atherosclerotic plaque. Other causes include spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), which most commonly occurs in women. ACS is usually treated in a cath lab with angioplasty and the placement of a stent to prop the vessel open.

High Lp(a) levels increase risk of repeat cardiovascular events—LDL drugs may help
Researchers evaluated data from more than 273,000 patients with a history of ASCVD, noting that higher Lp(a) levels are consistently linked to worse cardiovascular outcomes.
Consistent cannabis use linked to multiple cardiovascular risks for heart failure patients
Cannabis use can be especially harmful for heart failure patients, according to new data presented at SCAI 2025.
How radiotherapy protects the hearts of breast cancer patients
The study's authors reviewed CCTA imaging results taken before and after radiotherapy, evaluating each image for signs of coronary calcification and inflammation.
Proactive CAD strategies fueled by calcium scores lead to benefits for intermediate-risk patients
Up to 50% of all patients face an intermediate risk of developing CAD, and the optimal treatment strategy for that population remains unclear. For this study, researchers explored data from more than 400 intermediate-risk patients with a family history of premature CAD.
AI-powered risk model evaluates long-term risk of coronary artery disease
The advanced machine learning model tracks more than 50 different factors to make its predictions. It has already been found to be more accurate than popular prediction methods for heart disease that are currently available.

Keto-like diets linked to increased risk of high cholesterol, heart disease

New research, presented during ACC.23/WCC in New Orleans, has raised fresh concerns about the potential cardiovascular-related drawbacks of high-fat, low-carbohydrate diets.

Infertility linked to a higher risk of coronary heart disease

The associations were strongest for women who experienced infertility at the age of 25 or younger.

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AI model uses DNA to predict AFib, heart failure

Scientists were able to identify a total of 21 genes linked to cardiovascular conditions such as AFib and heart failure.

The new study, led by a team of Cleveland Clinic specialists, was published in Nature Medicine.

Heart attack deaths down in US: ‘We’re making progress in the right direction’

The study, to be presented March 5 at ACC.23/WCC in New Orleans, examined outcomes data from 1999 to 2020.

Daily marijuana use significantly increases risk of coronary artery disease

Monthly marijuana use, meanwhile, was not associated with a greater CAD risk. The full study is scheduled to be presented at ACC.23/WCC in New Orleans.

New ACC/AHA/SCAI guidance highlights training requirements for interventional cardiologists

The document, which was designed to help guide both interventional cardiology trainees and program directors, was also endorsed by several other industry societies.

The evolution of care: 3 key takeaways from a new survey of cardiologists, health leaders and CVD patients

The report, developed by Abbott, examined everything from AI to social determinants of health. One key finding was that patients grade their overall satisfaction with a physician or hospital based on much more than the effectiveness of their treatment.

Acute Coronary Syndromes

High Lp(a) levels increase risk of repeat cardiovascular events—LDL drugs may help

Consistent cannabis use linked to multiple cardiovascular risks for heart failure patients

How radiotherapy protects the hearts of breast cancer patients

Proactive CAD strategies fueled by calcium scores lead to benefits for intermediate-risk patients

AI-powered risk model evaluates long-term risk of coronary artery disease