To conduct a pilot study assessing a neonatologist's accuracy in diagnosing patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) using compact, portable ultrasound after limited training. There were 24 exams. Compared to ...

Cardiology exams demand both deep knowledge and quick clinical reasoning. Using structured resources like question banks, visual learning tools, and realistic case practice helps bridge theory with ...

Background The usefulness and modalities of cardiovascular screening in young athletes remain controversial, particularly concerning the role of 12-lead ECG. One of the reasons refers to the presumed ...

It is debated whether subjects with concentric remodeling (CR, normal left ventricular mass index (LVMI) and increased relative wall thickness (RWT)) are at higher cardiovascular risk than those with ...

An S4 heart sound cannot be present during atrial fibrillation (atrial kick is required). An S3 heart sound cannot be present in the setting of severe mitral stenosis. An S3 heart sound can be present ...

The metabolic syndrome increases one's risk of death from coronary artery disease threefold. [3] To lower the risk of acute coronary syndrome in patients, the clinician needs to evaluate and minimize ...

From ECG interpretation to ACLS protocols, mastering cardiac nursing exams takes more than memorization—it’s about building clinical judgment and confidence. With the right study strategies, practice ...

In-hospital PCI outcomes do not differ substantially between physicians with interventional cardiology certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) and their noncertified ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A second-generation everolimus-eluting stent, performed well and was safer in patients undergoing primary ...