#25: Influenza and myocardial infarction, fasting protocols for cath lab procedures, anticoagulation therapy and transcatheter aortic-valve replacement

In today's episode of Cardiology Digest, we look at three recent research papers that can impact your clinical practice. They're from NEJM Evidence, the European Heart Journal, and The New England Journal of Medicine.

STUDY #1: Today's journey begins with a study examining the interplay between influenza and myocardial infarctions. Could the flu shot be more than just a seasonal precaution?  

de Boer, AR, Riezebos-Brilman, A, van Hout, D, et al. 2024. Influenza infection and acute myocardial infarction. NEJM Evid. 7:EVIDoa2300361. (https://doi.org/10.1056/EVIDoa2300361)

STUDY #2: Next, we wade into a cath lab debate over fasting protocols. Join us to explore research that flips traditional pre-procedure fasting requirements on their head. Are we on the brink of a new era? 

Ferreira, D, Hardy, J, Meere, W, et al. 2024. Fasting vs no fasting prior to catheterisation laboratory procedures: The SCOFF trial. Eur Heart J. Published online. (https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/ehae573)

STUDY #3: Finally, we dig into the complexities of anticoagulation in transcatheter aortic-valve replacement patients. This study sheds light on the choice between interrupting or continuing anticoagulation, and has implications for everyday practice.

van Ginkel, DJ, Bor, WL, Aarts, HM, et al. 2024. Continuation versus interruption of oral anticoagulation during TAVI. N Engl J Med. Published online. (https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa2407794)

Tune in for a captivating discussion that promises to enrich your clinical acumen! 

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