Sarcoidosis is a multisystem granulomatous disease of unknown aetiology, and while cardiac involvement is uncommon, it can be life-threatening. Cardiac sarcoidosis may be asymptomatic or manifest through conduction disturbances, arrhythmias, or heart failure. The case of a 34-yea...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcr/2025/v8i1309
Double-orifice mitral valve (DOMV) is an uncommon anatomical anomaly, which may be either congenital or acquired. In rheumatic heart disease, subvalvular fusion and leaflet remodeling can mimic a DOMV appearance, complicating the differential diagnosis. We present the case of a 4...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcr/2025/v8i1308
Introduction: The prognosis of left and right bundle branch blockages (LBBB and RBBB) in hospitalized heart failure (HF) patients remains unknown. There are debates over the type of bundle branch block (BBB) that is associated with an increased mortality risk in people with heart...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcr/2025/v8i1306
Electrocardiogram (ECG) signals play a crucial role in the diagnosis of a range of cardiac disorders; however, they are frequently affected by various sources of noise, including baseline drift, muscle movements, electrode displacement, and electrical interference from power line...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcr/2025/v8i1305
Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic condition impacting not only joints but also various organs, with potential life-threatening consequences, particularly involving the heart. Pericardial damage is a prevalent cardiovascular manifestation that generally responds well to anti-infl...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcr/2025/v8i1303
Kawasaki disease (KD) is an acute inflammatory disorder that primarily affects children. KD exhibits distinct seasonal patterns, with incidence peaks typically occurring in the winter and early spring months. It can lead to several long-term cardiovascular complications. Grey’s A...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcr/2025/v8i1304
We report the case of a 54-year-old patient with poorly controlled hypertension who was admitted for the management of exertional dyspnea due to severe mitral regurgitation caused by restriction of the posterior valve. The TTE has objectified a cleft in the inferior myocardial wa...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcr/2025/v8i1301
Background: The consumption of polyherbal medicine (agbo) in developing countries like Nigeria is widespread due to lack of affordable and accessible healthcare. The attendant health challenges arising from the consumption of these products are yet to be fully elucidated. This st...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcr/2025/v8i1302
F. El Hachimi, L. Laklalech, S. SAADAOUI, M. BOUZIANE, M. HABOUB, O. AISSAOUI, A. DRIGHIL, S. KALOUCH & R. HABBAL·Asian Journal of Cardiology Research·2025
Background: MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine) intoxication in children is rare but potentially life-threatening. While neurotoxicity is better documented, cardiotoxicity in infants remains underreported. Case: Seizures in infants can have various causes, including febrile...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcr/2025/v8i1300