Introduction: Ischemic cardiomyopathy, though rare in young adults, can lead to severe complications such as left ventricular dysfunction, intracardiac thrombi, and arrhythmias. This case highlights the significance of early recognition and management strategies in preventing lif...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcr/2025/v8i1255
Context: We present the case of a 38-year-old woman admitted for ischemic stroke. Etiological evaluation revealed halo signs on transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), suggestive of Takayasu arteritis. Case Presentation: During hospitalization, the patient developed chest pain, e...
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Research Article10.9734/ca/2024/v13i4448
Context: Adrenal hemorrhage is a recognized yet rare complication associated with antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), an autoimmune disorder characterized by the presence of antiphospholipid antibodies that increase the risk of thrombosis. The incidence of adrenal hemorrhage in pati...
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Research Article10.9734/ca/2024/v13i4447
Context: Thromboembolic disease is the third leading cause of cardiovascular death. In recent years, several studies have suggested the possibility of de novo thrombus formation in the pulmonary arteries without deep vein thrombus (DVT) in the lower extremities. Pulmonary artery...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcr/2024/v7i1229
Context: For anticoagulation therapy, direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs), such rivaroxaban, have become popular substitutes for vitamin K antagonists (VKAs). Although they have both been linked to bleeding concerns, further research is still needed to determine how safe they are...
Introduction: Primary hyperaldosteronism is a disorder characterised by the excessive production of aldosterone by the adrenal glands. It typically presents as elevated blood pressure and low blood potassium levels. However, the clinical manifestation can be significantly detrime...
Introduction: Pathologies of the ascending aorta, such as aneurysms and dissections, present a challenge in cardiovascular surgery. The Bentall procedure, which replaces the aorta and aortic valve while reimplanting the coronary arteries, reduces mortality and morbidity. However,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcr/2025/v8i1249