10 April 2024

Association of healthy lifestyle score with control of hypertension among treated and untreated hypertensive patients: a large cross-sectional study

"This article adds to the literature to back up a healthy lifestyle regarding the outcome of hypertension control. It depends on a large registry."

Jumana Antoun, Handling Editor

4 April 2024

Atherosclerosis, gut microbiome, and exercise in a meta-omics perspective: a literature review

"The manuscript is a review of the microbiome and physiology of exercise. "

Manuel Jimenez, Handling Editor

19 March 2024

TBX5 genetic variants and SCD-CAD susceptibility: insights from Chinese Han cohorts

"Novel finding highlighting the role of downstream variants of causal TBX5 gene. Contributes to the field and can stimulate further research in other genes, and possible association with other related phenotyes."

Efe Sezgin, Handling Editor

15 February 2024

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

12 February 2024

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

31 January 2024

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

22 January 2024

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

12 December 2023

Involvement of plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 in p300/p53-mediated age-related atrial fibrosis

Praveen Korla, Handling Editor

8 December 2023

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

13 November 2023

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