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Cardiovascular disorders

Research from 23 October 2008

• Parikh NI, Hwang SJ, Yang Q, Larson MG, Guo CY, Robins SJ et al. Clinical Correlates and Heritability of Cystatin C (from the Framingham Offspring Study). American Journal of Cardiology 102[9], 1194-1198. 1 November 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18940290
• Windak A, Gryglewska B, Tomasik T, Narkiewicz K, Grodzicki T. Competence of General Practitioners in Giving Advice about Changes in Lifestyle to Hypertensive Patients. Medical Decision Making . 20 October 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18936294
• Lampert R, Bremner JD, Su S, Miller A, Lee F, Cheema F et al. Decreased heart rate variability is associated with higher levels of inflammation in middle-aged men. American Heart Journal 156[4], 759-7. October 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18926158
• Halappanavar S, Stampfli MR, Berndt-Weis L, Williams A, Douglas GR, Yauk CL. Toxicogenomic Analysis of Mainstream Tobacco Smoke-Exposed Mice Reveals Repression of Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor-1 Gene in Heart. Inhalation Toxicology , 1. 16 October 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18925475
• Hurt RD, Hays JT. Urinary tobacco alkaloid measurement in patients having thromboangiitis obliterans. Mayo Clinic Proceedings 83[10], 1187-1188. October 2008. Abstract or full text available at: No abstract available

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Research from 16 October 2008

• Prugger C, Wellmann J, Heidrich J, Brand-Herrmann SM, Keil U. Cardiovascular risk factors and mortality in patients with coronary heart disease. European Journal of Epidemiology . 15 October 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18855105
• Lederle FA, Larson JC, Margolis KL, Allison MA, Freiberg MS, Cochrane BB et al. Abdominal aortic aneurysm events in the women's health initiative: cohort study. BMJ 337, a1724. 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18854591
• Di Castelnuovo A, Quacquaruccio G, Benedetta DM, de Gaetano G, Iacoviello L. Spousal Concordance for Major Coronary Risk Factors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. American Journal of Epidemiology . 8 October 2008.Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18845552

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Research results for 10 October 2008

• Neubeck L, Redfern J, Briffa T, Bauman A, Hare D, Freedman SB. The CHOICE (Choice of Health Options In prevention of Cardiovascular Events) replication trial: study protocol. BMC.Cardiovasc.Disord. 8[1], 25. 6 October 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18838009

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Research from 3 October 2008

• Nilsson PM. Early vascular aging (EVA): consequences and prevention. Vasc.Health Risk Manag. 4[3], 547-552. 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18827905
• Peace AJ, Tedesco AF, Foley DP, Dicker P, Berndt MC, Kenny D. Dual antiplatelet therapy unmasks distinct platelet reactivity in patients with coronary artery disease. Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis . 23 September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18823340
• Badger SA, O'Donnell M, Sharif M, Boyd C, Hannon R, Lau L et al. Risk Factors for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm and the Influence of Social Deprivation. Angiology . 25 September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18818237
• Gabriel R, Alonso M, Segura A, Tormo MJ, Artigao LM, Banegas JR et al. Prevalence, Geographic Distribution and Geographic Variability of Major Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Spain. Pooled Analysis of Data From Population-Based Epidemiological Studies: The ERICE Study. Revista Espanola de Cardiologia 61[10], 1030-1040. October 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18817679
• Chouraki V, Wagner A, Ferrieres J, Kee F, Bingham A, Haas B et al. Smoking habits, waist circumference and coronary artery disease risk relationship: the PRIME study. European Journal of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation . 19 September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18813130

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Research from 26 September 2008

• Laszlo KD, Janszky I, Ahnve S. Income and recurrent events after a coronary event in women. European Journal of Epidemiology . 18 September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18807201
• Argacha JF, Fontaine D, Adamopoulos D, Ajose A, van de BP, Fontaine J et al. Acute effect of sidestream cigarette smoke extract on vascular endothelial function. Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology 52[3], 262-267. September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18806607
• Kabagambe EK, Ordovas JM, Tsai MY, Borecki IB, Hopkins PN, Glasser SP et al. Smoking, inflammatory patterns and postprandial hypertriglyceridemia. Atherosclerosis . 13 August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18804210
• Sandhofer A, Iglseder B, Kaser S, More E, Paulweber B, Patsch JR. The influence of two variants in the adenosine triphosphate-binding cassette transporter 1 gene on plasma lipids and carotid atherosclerosis. Metabolism 57[10], 1398-1404. October 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18803945
• Kablak-Ziembicka A, Przewlocki T, Hlawaty M, Stopa I, Roslawiecka A, Kozanecki A et al. Internal carotid artery stenosis in patients with degenerative aortic stenosis. Kardiologia Polska 66[8], 837-842. August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18803135
• Montinaro S, Mazzetti S, Vasicuro C, Acquistapace F. Awareness of cardiovascular risk factors in ischaemic heart disease: implications during the projection of secondary prevention interventions. J.Cardiovasc.Med.(Hagerstown.) 9[10], 1052-1056. October 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18799969
• Stoner L, Sabatier MJ, Black CD, McCully KK. Occasional Cigarette Smoking Chronically Affects Arterial Function. Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology . 15 September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18799254

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Research results from 18 September 2008

• Neutel JM, Schumacher H, Gosse P, Lacourciere Y, Williams B. Magnitude of the early morning blood pressure surge in untreated hypertensive patients: a pooled analysis. International Journal of Clinical Practice . 15 September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18795972
• Sohn M, Benowitz N, Stotts N, Christopherson D, Kim KS, Jang YS et al. Smoking behavior in men hospitalized with cardiovascular disease in Korea: a cross-sectional descriptive study. Heart and Lung 37[5], 366-379. September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18790337
• Niemiec P, Zak I, Wita K. The Risk of Coronary Artery Disease Associated with Cigarette Smoking and Hypercholesterolemia Is Additionally Increased by the Presence of the AT ( 1 ) R Gene 1166C Allele. Biochemical Genetics . 12 September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18787943
• Taylor D. Antidepressant drugs and cardiovascular pathology: a clinical overview of effectiveness and safety. Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica . 8 September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18785947

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Research from 11 September 2008

• Trivedi RB, Ayotte B, Edelman D, Bosworth HB. The association of emotional well-being and marital status with treatment adherence among patients with hypertension. Journal of Behavioral Medicine . 9 September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18780175
• Wang L, Gaziano JM, Norkus EP, Buring JE, Sesso HD. Associations of plasma carotenoids with risk factors and biomarkers related to cardiovascular disease in middle-aged and older women. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition 88[3], 747-754. September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18779292
• Marmot MG, Shipley MJ, Hemingway H, Head J, Brunner EJ. Biological and behavioural explanations of social inequalities in coronary heart disease: the Whitehall II study. Diabetologia . 6 September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18777168
• Rizzo M, Pernice V, Frasheri A, Di Lorenzo G, Rini GB, Spinas GA et al. Small, dense low-density lipoproteins are predictors of cardio- and cerebro-vascular events in subjects with the metabolic syndrome. Clin.Endocrinol.(Oxf) . 2 September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18771560
• Rallidis LS, Lekakis J, Panagiotakos D, Fountoulaki K, Komporozos C, Apostolou T et al. Long-term prognostic factors of young patients (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18769343
• Adler AI. UKPDS-modelling of cardiovascular risk assessment and lifetime simulation of outcomes. Diabetic Medicine 25 Suppl 2, 41-46. August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18717978

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Research results from 5 September 2008

• Shah DS, Polkinhorne KR, Pellicano R, Kerr PG. Are traditional risk factors valid for assessing cardiovascular risk in end-stage renal failure patients? Nephrology.(Carlton.) . 28 August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18761627
• Tsai SP, Wen CP, Chan HT, Chiang PH, Tsai MK, Cheng TY. The effects of pre-disease risk factors within metabolic syndrome on all-cause and cardiovascular disease mortality. Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice . 29 August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18757109
• Ishikawa T, Mizuno K, Nakaya N, Ohashi Y, Tajima N, Kushiro T et al. The Relationship Between the Effect of Pravastatin and Risk Factors for Coronary Heart Disease in Japanese Patients With Hypercholesterolemia. Circ.J.  29 August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18756039
• DE Rosa S, Pacileo M, Sasso L, Di P, V, Maietta P, Paglia A et al. Insights into pathophysiology of smoke-related cardiovascular disease. Monaldi Archives for Chest Disease 70[2], 59-67. June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18754272

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Research results from 29 August 2008

• Bunescu DM, Stoffers HE, van den AM, Jan DG. Coronary heart disease and cardiovascular risk factors among people aged 25-65 years, as seen in Romanian primary healthcare. Eur.J.Gen.Pract.  1-9. 18 August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18720274
• Kaikkonen KS, Kortelainen ML, Huikuri HV. Comparison of risk profiles between survivors and victims of sudden cardiac death from an acute coronary event. Annals of Medicine , 1-8. 21 August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18720091
• Tabara Y, Kohara K, Nakagawa S, Handa J, Hayashi M, Hamada C et al. Effects of obesity and smoking on mental stress-induced blood pressure and augmentation index responses in normotensive young males: the J-SHIPP study. Hypertension Research 31[6], 1219-1224. June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18716371
• Sanchez-Lazaro IJ, Martinez-Dolz L, Almenar-Bonet L, Moro-Lopez JA, Aguero J, Ortiz-Martinez V et al. Predictor factors for the development of arterial hypertension following heart transplantation. Clinical Transplantation . 18 August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18713266

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Research results from 21 August 2008

• Malcom GT, McMahan CA, McGill HC, Jr., Herderick EE, Tracy RE, Troxclair DA et al. Associations of arterial tissue lipids with coronary heart disease risk factors in young people. Atherosclerosis . 12 July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18703193

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Research from 14 August 2008

• Lao XQ, Jiang CQ, Zhang WS, Adab P, Lam TH, Cheng KK et al. Smoking, smoking cessation and inflammatory markers in older Chinese men: The Guangzhou Biobank Cohort Study. Atherosclerosis . 6 July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18692847
• Vassalle C, Pratali L, Boni C, Mercuri A, Ndreu R. An oxidative stress score as a combined measure of the pro-oxidant and anti-oxidant counterparts in patients with coronary artery disease. Clinical Biochemistry . 26 July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18692492
• Body R, McDowell G, Carley S, Mackway-Jones K. Do risk factors for chronic coronary heart disease help diagnose acute myocardial infarction in the Emergency Department? Resuscitation . 6 August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18691797
• Benner JS, Erhardt L, Flammer M, Moller RA, Rajicic N, Changela K et al. A novel programme to evaluate and communicate 10-year risk of CHD reduces predicted risk and improves patients' modifiable risk factor profile. International Journal of Clinical Practice . 7 August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18691228
• Anonymous. Smoking and congenital heart defects. Adv.Neonatal Care 8[4], 193-194. August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: No abstract available
• Urahama N, Iguchi G, Shimizu M, Fujihira K, Kobayashi S, Baba H. Smoking and small, dense low-density lipoprotein particles: Cross-sectional study. Nicotine.Tob.Res. 10[8], 1391-1395. August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18686187

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Research from 7 August 2008

• El Desoky ES, Derendorf H, Klotz U. Variability in response to cardiovascular drugs. Curr.Clin.Pharmacol. 1[1], 35-46. January 2006. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18666376
• Malayeri AA, Natori S, Bahrami H, Bertoni AG, Kronmal R, Lima JA et al. Relation of Aortic Wall Thickness and Distensibility to Cardiovascular Risk Factors (from the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis [MESA]). American Journal of Cardiology 102[4], 491-496. 15 August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18678312
• Welsh P, Whincup PH, Papacosta O, Wannamethee SG, Lennon L, Thomson A et al. Serum matrix metalloproteinase-9 and coronary heart disease: a prospective study in middle-aged men. QJM.  1 August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18676684
• Leone A, Landini L, Jr., Biadi O, Balbarini A. Smoking and cardiovascular system: cellular features of the damage. Current Pharmaceutical Design 14[18], 1771-1777. 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18673180
• Saengdith P. Effects of cigarette smoking on serum lipids among priests in Bangkok. Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand 91 Suppl 1, S41-S44. 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18672590
• El Baz N, Middel B, van Dijk JP, Wesselman DC, Boonstra PW, Reijneveld SA. EuroSCORE predicts poor health-related physical functioning six month postcoronary artery bypass graft surgery. J.Cardiovasc.Surg.(Torino) 49[5], 663-672. October 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18670385
• Papadakis S, Moroz I. Population-level interventions for coronary heart disease prevention: what have we learned since the North Karelia project? Current Opinion in Cardiology 23[5], 452-461. September 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18670256
• Hoppe B, Dorner T. Is there a 'window of opportunity' for intervention to reduce risk of coronary artery disease in SLE? Nat.Clin.Pract.Rheumatol.  29 July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18665148
• Kahn R, Robertson RM, Smith R, Eddy D. The impact of prevention on reducing the burden of cardiovascular disease. Diabetes Care 31[8], 1686-1696. August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18663233
• Lee JH, Abuannadi M, Jones PG, Bateman T, Thompson R, O'Keefe JH. Dobutamine-induced chest pain does not predict ischemic findings on myocardial perfusion imaging. Journal of Nuclear Cardiology 15[4], 526-529. July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18674720

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Research results from 1 August 2008

• Lenz TL, Monaghan MS. Lifestyle modifications for patients with hypertension. J.Am.Pharm.Assoc.(2003.) 48[4], e92-e99. July 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18653408
• Pflumm JE, Pomykaj T, Heintzen MP. [Secondary prevention after myocardial infarction.]. Internist (Berl) . 25 July 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18651118
• Rahman MA, Zaman MM. Smoking and smokeless tobacco consumption: Possible risk factors for coronary heart disease among young patients attending a tertiary care cardiac hospital in Bangladesh. Public Health . 25 July 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18657835
• Yilmaz A, Yalta K, Turgut OO, Yilmaz MB, Erdem A, Karadas F et al. The effect of smoking on cardiac diastolic parameters including Vp, a more reliable and newer parameter. Cardiol.J. 14[3], 281-286. 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18651473

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Research results from 25 July 2008

• Abbasi F, Farin HM, Lamendola C, McGraw L, McLaughlin T, Reaven GM. Pioglitazone administration decreases cardiovascular disease risk factors in insulin-resistant smokers. Metabolism 57[8], 1108-1114. August 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18640389
• Al Sarraf N, Thalib L, Hughes A, Tolan M, Young V, McGovern E. Effect of smoking on short-term outcome of patients undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery. Annals of Thoracic Surgery 86[2], 517-523. August 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18640326
• Nishi N. Baseline cardiovascular risk factors and stroke mortality bymunicipality population size in a 19-year follow-up study-NIPPONDATA80. Journal of Epidemiology . 18 July 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18635900
• Price HC, Tucker L, Griffin SJ, Holman RR. The impact of individualised cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk estimates and lifestyle advice on physical activity in individuals at high risk of CVD. A Pilot 2x2 Factorial “Understanding Risk” Trial. Cardiovasc.Diabetol. 7[1], 21. 17 July 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18637168
• Richter D. Smoking: A Deadly Pleasant Habit—Is There a Way Out? Angiology . 17 July 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18635589
• Sharif MA, Bayraktutan U, Arya N, O’Donnell ME, Badger SA, Young IS et al. Smoking Impairs Endothelial Function in Human Saphenous Vein in an Ex Vivo Model. Annals of Vascular Surgery . 18 July 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18640818
• Unverdorben M, van der BA, Potgieter L, Venter C, Munjal S, Liang Q et al. Effects of Different Levels of Cigarette Smoke Exposure on Prognostic Heart Rate and Rate—Pressure-Product Parameters. J.Cardiovasc.Pharmacol.Ther.  15 July 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18628485

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Research results from 17 July 2008

• Dwivedi S, Srivastava S, Dwivedi G. Smoking associated with malignancy, hypertension, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and concurrent coronary artery disease: report of nine cases. Indian Journal of Chest Diseases and Allied Sciences 48[3], 213-216. July 2006. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18610682
• Sari I, Acar Z, Ozer O, Erer B, Tekbas E, Ucer E et al. Factors associated with prolonged prehospital delay in patients with acute myocardial infarction. Turk.Kardiyol.Dern.Ars 36[3], 156-162. 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18626207 
• Giltay EJ, Zitman FG, Kromhout D. Cardiovascular Risk Profile and Subsequent Disability and Mental Well-being: The Zutphen Elderly Study. American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry . 14 July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18626001
• Tyynela P, Goebeler S, Ilveskoski E, Mikkelsson J, Perola M, Loytonen M et al. Birthplace predicts risk for prehospital sudden cardiac death in middle-aged men who migrated to metropolitan area: The Helsinki Sudden Death Study. Annals of Medicine , 1-9. 10 July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18615340
• Shinozaki N, Yuasa T, Takata S. Cigarette smoking augments sympathetic nerve activity in patients with coronary heart disease. Int.Heart J. 49[3], 261-272. May 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18612184

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REsearch results from 11 July 2008

• Sodhi HS, Shrestha SK, Rauniyar R, Rawat B. Prevalence of peripheral arterial disease by ankle-brachial index and its correlation with carotid intimal thickness and coronary risk factors in Nepalese population over the age of forty years. Kathmandu.Univ Med.J.(KUMJ.) 5[1], 12-15. January 2007. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18603979
• Bjorkelund C, Andersson-Hange D, Andersson K, Bengtsson C, Blomstrand A, Bondyr-Carlsson D et al. Secular trends in cardiovascular risk factors with a 36-year perspective: Observations from 38- and 50-year-olds in the Population Study of Women in Gothenburg. Scandinavian Journal of Primary Health Care , 1-7. 21 May 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18609256
• Hering D, Somers VK, Kara T, Jazdzewski K, Jurak P, Kucharska W et al. Heightened acute circulatory responses to smoking in women. Blood Press , 1-6. 10 June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18608198
• Albertal M, Cura F, Escudero AG, Thierer J, Trivi M, Padilla LT et al. Mechanism involved in the paradoxical effects of active smoking following primary angioplasty: a subanalysis of the Protection of Distal Embolization in High-Risk Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction trial.  J.Cardiovasc.Med.(Hagerstown.) 9[8], 810-812. August 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18607246
• Colkesen AY, Acil T, Demircan S, Sezgin AT, Muderrisoglu H. Coronary lesion type, location, and characteristics of acute ST elevation myocardial infarction in young adults under 35 years of age. Coronary Artery Disease 19[5], 345-347. August 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18607172
• Kahn R, Robertson RM, Smith R, Eddy D. The Impact of Prevention on Reducing the Burden of Cardiovascular Disease. Circulation . 7 July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18606915
• Celebi H, Catakoglu AB, Kurtoglu H, Sener M, Hanavdelogullari R, Demiroglu C et al. The relation between coronary flow rate, plasma endothelin-1 concentrations, and clinical characteristics in patients with normal coronary arteries. Cardiovasc.Revasc.Med. 9[3], 144-148. July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18606377
• Lee LV, Foody JM. Cardiovascular disease in women. Curr.Atheroscler.Rep. 10[4], 295-302. August 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18606100
• Djordjevic VB, Stojanovic I, Cosic V, Zvezdanovic L, Deljanin-Ilic M, Dimic S et al. Serum neopterin, nitric oxide, inducible nitric oxide synthase and tumor necrosis factor-alpha levels in patients with ischemic heart disease. Clin.Chem.Lab Med.  20 June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18605955
• Collings A, Raitakari OT, Juonala M, Mansikkaniemi K, Kahonen M, Hutri-Kahonen N et al. The influence of smoking and homocysteine on subclinical atherosclerosis is modified by the connexin37 C1019T polymorphism - The Cardiovascular Risk in Young Finns Study. Clin.Chem.Lab Med.  20 June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18605953
• Gikas A, Sotiropoulos A, Panagiotakos D, Pastromas V, Papazafiropoulou A, Pappas S. Prevalence trends for myocardial infarction and conventional risk factors among Greek adults (2002-06). QJM.   4 July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18603596
• Addad F, Chakroune T, Asma A, Abderazek F, Zohra D, Ghrissi I et al. Clopidogrel but not Aspirin prevents acute smoking-induced platelet aggregation in patients with stable coronary artery disease. Thrombosis Research . 2 July 2008.
  No abstract available
• Jockel KH, Lehmann N, Jaeger BR, Moebus S, Mohlenkamp S, Schmermund A et al. Smoking cessation and subclinical atherosclerosis-Results from the Heinz Nixdorf Recall Study. Atherosclerosis . 2 July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18602109
• Ota A, Yasuda N, Kawai K, Tanioka K, Doi Y, Ohara H et al. Smoking Cessation after Discharge among Japanese Patients with Established Ischemic Heart Disease: A Prospective Cohort Study. Acta Medica Okayama 62[3], 151-157. June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18596831
• Missel E, Mintz GS, Carlier SG, Qian J, Shan S, Castellanos C et al. In vivo virtual histology intravascular ultrasound correlates of risk factors for sudden coronary death in men: results from the prospective, multi-centre virtual histology intravascular ultrasound registry. European Heart Journal . 2 July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18596073

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Research results from 4 July 2008

• Chen JL, Sosnov J, Lessard D, Goldberg RJ. Impact of do-not-resuscitation orders on quality of care performance measures in patients hospitalized with acute heart failure. American Heart Journal 156[1], 78-84. July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18585500
• Schwimmer JB, Pardee PE, Lavine JE, Blumkin AK, Cook S. Cardiovascular Risk Factors and the Metabolic Syndrome in Pediatric Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. Circulation . 30 June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18591439
• Lawrence PF, Lund OI, Jimenez JC, Muttalib R. Substitution of smokeless tobacco for cigarettes in Buerger's disease does not prevent limb loss. Journal of Vascular Surgery 48[1], 210-212. July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18589234
• Hamner J, Wilder B. Knowledge and risk of cardiovascular disease in rural Alabama women. Journal of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners 20[6], 333-338. June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18588661
• Yang FY, Wahlqvist ML, Lee MS. Body mass index (BMI) as a major factor in the incidence of the metabolic syndrome and its constituents in unaffected Taiwanese from 1998 to 2002. Asia Pac.J.Clin.Nutr. 17[2], 339-351. 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18586657
• Lane JS, Magno CP, Lane KT, Chan T, Hoyt DB, Greenfield S. Nutrition impacts the prevalence of peripheral arterial disease in the United States. Journal of Vascular Surgery . 27 June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18586439
• Leung S, Gallup D, Mahaffey KW, Cohen M, Antman EM, Goodman SG et al. Smoking status and antithrombin therapy in patients with non-ST-segment elevation acute coronary syndrome. American Heart Journal 156[1], 177-184. July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18585514
• Verberk WJ, Kessels AG, de Leeuw PW. Prevalence, Causes, and Consequences of Masked Hypertension: A Meta-analysis. American Journal of Hypertension . 26 June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18583985
• Kim SJ, Kim MG, Kim KS, Song JS, Yim SV, Chung JH. Impact of glutathione s-transferase m1 and t1 gene polymorphisms on the smoking-related coronary artery disease. Journal of Korean Medical Science 23[3], 365-372. June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18583868
• Lee J, Heng D, Ma S, Chew SK, Hughes K, Tai ES. Influence of pre-hypertension on all-cause and cardiovascular mortality: The Singapore Cardiovascular Cohort Study. International Journal of Cardiology . 25 June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18582967
• Onat A, Ozhan H, Erbilen E, Albayrak S, Kucukdurmaz Z, Can G et al. Independent prediction of metabolic syndrome by plasma fibrinogen in men, and predictors of elevated levels. International Journal of Cardiology . 24 June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18582961
• Lang NN, Gudmundsdottir IJ, Boon NA, Ludlam CA, Fox KA, Newby DE. Marked impairment of protease-activated receptor type 1-mediated vasodilation and fibrinolysis in cigarette smokers: smoking, thrombin, and vascular responses in vivo. Journal of the American College of Cardiology 52[1], 33-39. 1 July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18582632
• Patel NN, D'Souza J, Rocker M, Townsend E, Morris-Stiff G, Manimaran M et al. Prioritisation of vascular outpatient appointments cannot be based on referral letters alone. Surgeon. 6[3], 140-143. June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18581748
• Kievit PC, Brouwer MA, Veen G, Aengevaeren WR, Verheugt FW. The smoker's paradox after successful fibrinolysis: reduced risk of reocclusion but no improved long-term cardiac outcome. J.Thromb.Thrombolysis.  26 June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18581058
• Forman JP, Fisher ND, Schopick EL, Curhan GC. Higher Levels of Albuminuria within the Normal Range Predict Incident Hypertension. Journal of the American Society of Nephrology . 25 June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18579639

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Research results from 27 June 2008

• Bullen C. Impact of tobacco smoking and smoking cessation on cardiovascular risk and disease. Expert.Rev.Cardiovasc.Ther. 6[6], 883-895. July 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18570625
• Pell JP, Haw SJ, Cobbe SM, Newby DE, Pell AC, Oldroyd KG et al. Validity of self-reported smoking status: Comparison of patients admitted to hospital with acute coronary syndrome and the general population. Nicotine.Tob.Res. 10[5], 861-866. May 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18569760
• Wakabayashi I. Modification of the association of alcohol drinking with blood pressure by cigarette smoking. Blood Press 17[2], 87-93. 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18568697
• Campbell SC, Moffatt RJ, Stamford BA. Smoking and smoking cessation-The relationship between cardiovascular disease and lipoprotein metabolism: A review. Atherosclerosis . 13 May 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18565528
• Tesfaye F, Byass P, Wall S, Berhane Y, Bonita R. Association of smoking and khat (Catha edulis Forsk) use with high blood pressure among adults in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2006. Prev.Chronic.Dis. 5[3], A89. July 2008.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18558039
• Fakhrzadeh H, Bandarian F, Adibi H, Samavat T, Malekafzali H, Hodjatzadeh E et al. Coronary heart disease and associated risk factors in Qazvin: a population-based study. Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal 14[1], 33-41. January 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18557450

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Research results from 20 June 2008

• Chongsuvivatwong V, Yipintsoi T, Apakupakul N. Gender and ethnic differences in cardiovascular risks in Songkhla province, Thailand: the interASIA-south. Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand 91[4], 464-470. April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18556853
• Kabir Z, Connolly GN, Clancy L, Koh HK, Capewell S. Coronary Heart Disease Deaths And Decreased Smoking Prevalence in Massachusetts, 1993-2003. American Journal of Public Health . 12 June 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18556598
• Fraser A, May M, Lowe G, Rumley A, Smith GD, Ebrahim S et al. Interleukin-6 and incident coronary heart disease: Results from the British Women's Heart and Health Study. Atherosclerosis . 15 May 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18556001
• Mensah GA. Ischaemic heart disease in Africa. Heart 94[7], 836-843. July 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18552223
• McPhail I. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms and Diastasis Recti. Angiology . 10 June 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18550558

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Research results from 13 June 2008

• Virtanen MP, Koobi T, Turjanmaa VM, Majahalme S, Tuomisto MT, Nieminen T et al. Predicting arterial stiffness with ambulatory blood pressure: an 11-year follow-up. Clinical Physiology and Functional Imaging . 5 June 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18540874
• Gargiulo M, Maioli F, Ceccacci T, Morselli-Labate AM, Faggioli G, Freyrie A et al. What's Next After Optimal Infrapopliteal Angioplasty? Clinical and Ultrasonographic Results of a Prospective Single-Center Study. J.Endovasc.Ther. 15[3], 363-369. 1 June 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18540709
• Kamon Y, Okamura T, Tanaka T, Hozawa A, Yamagata Z, Takebayashi T et al. Marital Status and Cardiovascular Risk Factors among Middle-aged Japanese Male Workers: The High-risk and Population Strategy for Occupational Health Promotion (HIPOP-OHP) Study. J.Occup.Health . 9 June 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18540118
• Petersson U, Ostgren CJ, Brudin L, Ovhed I, Nilsson PM. Predictors of successful, self-reported lifestyle changes in a defined middle-aged population: The Soderakra Cardiovascular Risk Factor Study, Sweden. Scandinavian Journal of Public Health 36[4], 389-396. July 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18539693

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Research results from 6 June 2008

• Brown RD, Huston J, Hornung R, Dr PH, Foroud T, Kallmes DF et al. Screening for brain aneurysm in the Familial Intracranial Aneurysm study: frequency and predictors of lesion detection. Journal of Neurosurgery 108[6], 1132-1138. June 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18518716
• Badger SA, O'Donnell ME, Sharif MA, McMaster C, Young IS, Soong CV. The Role of Smoking in Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Development. Angiology . 27 May 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18505740

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Research results from 30 May 2008

• Dunning J, Waller JR, Smith B, Pitts S, Kendall SW, Khan K. Coronary artery bypass grafting is associated with excellent long-term survival and quality of life: a prospective cohort study. Annals of Thoracic Surgery 85[6], 1988-1993. June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18498808
• Shimamoto K, Fujita T, Ito S, Naritomi H, Ogihara T, Shimada K et al. Impact of blood pressure control on cardiovascular events in 26,512 Japanese hypertensive patients: the Japan Hypertension Evaluation with Angiotensin II Antagonist Losartan Therapy (J-HEALTH) study, a prospective nationwide observational study. Hypertension Research 31[3], 469-478. March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18497466
• Abdulle AM, Nagelkerke NJ, Abouchacra S, Obineche EN. Potential Benefits of Controlling Coronary Heart Disease Risk Factors in the United Arab Emirates. Kidney Blood Press Res. 31[3], 185-188. 21 May 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18493155

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Research results from 23 May 2008

• Fonarow GC, Abraham WT, Albert NM, Stough WG, Gheorghiade M, Greenberg BH et al. A smoker's paradox in patients hospitalized for heart failure: findings from OPTIMIZE-HF. European Heart Journal . 15 May 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18487210
• Shaalan WE, Wahlgren CM, Desai T, Piano G, Skelly C, Bassiouny HS. Reappraisal of velocity criteria for carotid bulb/internal carotid artery stenosis utilizing high-resolution B-mode ultrasound validated with computed tomography angiography. Journal of Vascular Surgery . 15 May 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18486416
• Antoniades C, Tousoulis D, Stefanadis C. Smoking in Asians: It doesn't stop at vascular endothelium. International Journal of Cardiology . 15 May 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18485503
• Biggi N, Consonni D, Galluzzo V, Sogliani M, Costa G. Metabolic syndrome in permanent night workers. Chronobiology International 25[2], 443-454. April 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18484373
• Hausenloy DJ, Yellon DM. Targeting residual cardiovascular risk: raising high-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels. Heart 94[6], 706-714. June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18480348
• Rugg SS, Bailey AL, Browning SR. Preventing cardiovascular disease in Kentucky: epidemiology, trends, and strategies for the future. Journal of the Kentucky Medical Association 106[4], 149-161. April 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18478845
• Barandon L, Calderon J, Lafitte M, Leroux L, Cadusseau JL, Roques X et al. Assessing cardiovascular risk factors after coronary artery bypass surgery: value of an aggressive strategy including systematic follow-up. Arch.Cardiovasc.Dis. 101[3], 155-162. March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18477942
• Poreba R, Gac P, Zawadzki M, Poreba M, Derkacz A, Pawlas K et al. Life style and cardiovascular risk factors among students of Wroclaw postgraduate schools. Polskie Archiwum Medycyny Wewnetrznej 118[3], 102-110. March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18476456

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Research results from 16 May 2008

• Mostaza JM, Suarez C, Manzano L, Cairols M, Lopez-Fernandez F, Aguilar I et al. Sub-clinical vascular disease in type 2 diabetic subjects: relationship with chronic complications of diabetes and the presence of cardiovascular disease risk factors. Eur.J.Intern.Med. 19[4], 255-260. June 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18471673
• Berlin I. Smoking-induced metabolic disorders: A review. Diabetes and Metabolism . 9 May 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18468932
• Ciftci O, Topcu S, Caliskan M, Gullu H, Erdogan D, Yildirim E et al. Smoking mentholated cigarettes impairs coronary microvascular function as severely as does smoking regular cigarettes. Acta Cardiologica 63[2], 135-140. April 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18468190
• Pavlopoulos H, Nihoyannopoulos P. The constellation of hypertensive heart disease. Hellenic.J.Cardiol. 49[2], 92-99. March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18459466
• Bohm M, Werner C, Jakobsen A, Heroys J, Ralph A, Rees T et al. Treating to protect: current cardiovascular treatment approaches and remaining needs. Medscape.J.Med. 10 Suppl, S3. 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18449384
• Zak I, Sarecka-Hujar B, Krauze J. Cigarette smoking, carrier state of A or G allele of 46A>G and 79C>G polymorphisms of eta2-adrenergic receptor gene, and the risk of coronary artery disease. Kardiologia Polska 66[4], 380-386. April 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18473266

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Research results from 9 May 2008

• Mutimura E, Crowther NJ, Stewart A, Todd CW. The Human Immunodeficiency Virus and the Cardiometabolic Syndrome in the Developing World: An African Perspective. J.Cardiometab.Syndr. 3[2], 106-110. 2008.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18453811
• Tavil Y, Sen N, Hizal F, Acikgoz SK, Tasoglu I, Topal S et al. Relationship between elevated levels of serum uric acid and saphenous vein graft disease. Turk.Kardiyol.Dern.Ars 36[1], 14-18. 2008.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18453781
• Yamagishi S, Matsui T, Nakamura K. Possible involvement of tobacco-derived advanced glycation end products (AGEs) in an increased risk for developing cancers and cardiovascular disease in former smokers. Medical Hypotheses . 28 April 2008.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18448262
• Juvela S, Porras M, Poussa K. Natural history of unruptured intracranial aneurysms: probability of and risk factors for aneurysm rupture. Journal of Neurosurgery 108[5], 1052-1060. May 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18447733
• Sugiura M, Nakamura M, Ogawa K, Ikoma Y, Matsumoto H, Ando F et al. Associations of serum carotenoid concentrations with the metabolic syndrome: interaction with smoking. British Journal of Nutrition , 1-10. 29 April 2008.  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18445303

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Research results from 2 May 08

• Gapp O, Schweikert B, Meisinger C, Holle R. Disease management programmes for patients with coronary heart disease-An empirical study of German programmes. Health Policy . 26 April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18442868
• Bhuiyan AR, Srinivasan SR, Chen W, Sultana A, Berenson GS. Association of serum bilirubin with pulsatile arterial function in asymptomatic young adults: the Bogalusa Heart Study. Metabolism  57[5], 612-616. May 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18442622
• Sun C, Liew G, Wang JJ, Mitchell P, Saw SM, Aung T et al. Retinal vascular caliber, blood pressure, and cardiovascular risk factors in an asian population: the singapore malay eye study. Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Science 49[5], 1784-1790. May 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18436813
• Jiang CQ, Lao XQ, Yin P, Thomas GN, Zhang WS, Liu B et al. Smoking, smoking cessation and aortic arch calcification in older Chinese: The Guangzhou Biobank Cohort Study. Atherosclerosis . 14 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18436226
• Yancy CW, Abraham WT, Albert NM, Clare R, Stough WG, Gheorghiade M et al. Quality of care of and outcomes for African Americans hospitalized with heart failure: findings from the OPTIMIZE-HF (Organized Program to Initiate Lifesaving Treatment in Hospitalized Patients With Heart Failure) registry. Journal of the American College of Cardiology 51[17], 1675-1684. 29 April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18436120
• Schroeter MR, Sawalich M, Humboldt T, Leifheit M, Meurrens K, Berges A et al. Cigarette Smoke Exposure Promotes Arterial Thrombosis and Vessel Remodeling after Vascular Injury in Apolipoprotein E-Deficient Mice. Journal of Vascular Research 45[6], 480-492. 23 April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18434747

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Research results from 25th April 2008

• Csiszar A, Labinskyy N, Podlutsky A, Kaminski PM, Wolin MS, Zhang C et al. Vasoprotective Effects of Resveratrol and SIRT1: Attenuation of Cigarette Smoke-induced Oxidative Stress and Pro-inflammatory Phenotypic Alterations. Am.J.Physiol Heart Circ.Physiol . 18 April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18424637
• Rodondi N, Bovet P, Hayoz D, Cornuz J. The Impact of CAROtid plaque Screening on Smoking (CAROSS) cessation and control of other cardiovascular risk factors: Rationale and design of a randomized controlled trial. Contemp.Clin.Trials . 18 March 2008.  No abstract available
• Hastie CE, Haw S, Pell JP. Impact of smoking cessation and lifetime exposure on C-reactive protein. Nicotine.Tob.Res. 10[4], 637-642. April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18418786

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Research results from 18th April 2008

• Nichols GA, Koro CE, Kolatkar NS. The incidence of heart failure among nondiabetic patients with and without impaired fasting glucose. Journal of Diabetes and Its Complications . 21 November 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18413158
• Tobias M, Taylor R, Yeh LC, Huang K, Mann S, Sharpe N. Did it fall or was it pushed? The contribution of trends in established risk factors to the decline in premature coronary heart disease mortality in New Zealand. Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health 32[2], 117-125. April 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18412680
• Gravely-Witte S, Stewart DE, Suskin N, Higginson L, Alter DA, Grace SL. Cardiologists’ charting varied by risk factor, and was often discordant with patient report. Journal of Clinical Epidemiology . 12 April 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18411042
• Hamer M, Stamatakis E. The accumulative effects of modifiable risk factors on inflammation and haemostasis. Brain, Behavior and Immunity . 12 April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18411023
• Henderson B, Csordas A, Backovic A, Kind M, Bernhard D, Wick G. Cigarette smoke is an endothelial stressor and leads to cell cycle arrest. Atherosclerosis . 29 February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18405900
• Pizzi C, Manzoli L, Mancini S, Costa GM. Analysis of potential predictors of depression among coronary heart disease risk factors including heart rate variability, markers of inflammation, and endothelial function. European Heart Journal . 8 April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18400765
• Ciftci O, Caliskan M, Gullu H, Yildirir A, Muderrisoglu H. Mentholated cigarette smoking induced alterations in left and right ventricular functions in chronic smokers. Anadolu.Kardiyol.Derg. 8[2], 116-122. April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18400631

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Research results from 4th April 2008

• Esposito K, Ceriello A, Giugliano D. Diet and the metabolic syndrome. Metab Syndr.Relat Disord. 5[4], 291-296. December 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18370798
• Rees M, Stevenson J. Primary prevention of coronary heart disease in women. Menopause.Int. 14[1], 40-45. March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18380961
• Jackson G. Gender differences in cardiovascular disease prevention. Menopause.Int. 14[1], 13-17. March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18380955
• Xu C, Sun Z, Zheng L, Zhang D, Li J, Zhang X et al. Prevalence of and risk factors for isolated systolic hypertension in the rural adult population of liaoning province, china. J Int.Med.Res. 36[2], 353-356. March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18380947
• Marusic A, Belsak K, Marusic D. Sensitization of emotions as a risk factor for ischemic heart disease. Psychiatr.Danub. 20[1], 31-36. March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18376328
• Bertomeu V, Morillas P, Gonzalez-Juanatey JR, Quiles J, Guindo J, Soria F et al. Prevalence and Prognostic Influence of Peripheral Arterial Disease in Patients >/=40 Years Old Admitted into Hospital Following an Acute Coronary Event. Eur.J Vasc.Endovasc.Surg.  27 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18375154
• Kostka T, Para J, Kostka B. Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) risk factors, physical activity (PA) and plasma plasminogen (Plg) in a random sample of community-dwelling elderly. Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics . 27 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18374997
• Anderson RE, Pfeffer MA, Thune JJ, McMurray JJ, Califf RM, Velazquez E et al. High-risk myocardial infarction in the young: the VALsartan In Acute myocardial iNfarcTion (VALIANT) trial. Am.Heart J 155[4], 706-711. April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18371480
• Ozkor MA, Quyyumi AA. Tetrahydrobiopterin. Curr.Hypertens.Rep. 10[1], 58-64. February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18367028
• Hiltunen A, Kivisaari L, Leino-Arjas P, Vehmas T. Visual scoring of atherosclerosis in chest computed tomography: findings among male construction workers. Acta Radiologica 49[3], 328-336. April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18365822
• Purroy F, Oro M, Quilez A, Sanahuja J, Brieva L, Granes P. [Detection of silent peripheral arterial disease in stroke patients with a low ankle-arm index.]. Neurologia 23[1], 10-14. January 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18365774
• Mehra MR. The cardiac allograft is going up in smoke: a call to action. Am.J Transplant. 8[4], 737-738. April 2008. No abstract available

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Research results for 28th March 2008

• Takeshita Y, Katsuki Y, Katsuda Y, Kai H, Saito Y, Arima K et al. Vitamin C reversed malfunction of peripheral blood-derived mononuclear cells in smokers through antioxidant properties. Circ.J 72[4], 654-659. April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18362440
• Wang NY, Young JH, Meoni LA, Ford DE, Erlinger TP, Klag MJ. Blood pressure change and risk of hypertension associated with parental hypertension: the johns hopkins precursors study. Archives of Internal Medicine 168[6], 643-648. 24 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18362257
• Katayama T, Iwasaki Y, Sakoda N, Yoshioka M. The Etiology of ‘Smoker’s Paradox’ in Acute Myocardial Infarction With Special Emphasis on the Association With Inflammation. Int.Heart J 49[1], 13-24. January 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18360061
• Calza L, Manfredi R, Pocaterra D, Chiodo F. Risk of premature atherosclerosis and ischemic heart disease associated with HIV infection and antiretroviral therapy. J Infect.  19 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18358535
• Chen J, Wu X, Gu D. Hypertension and cardiovascular diseases intervention in the capital steel and iron company and Beijing Fangshan community. Obesity Reviews 9 Suppl 1, 142-145. March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18307717

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Research results from 21st March 2008

• Hozawa A, Okamura T, Murakami Y, Kadowaki T, Nakamura K, Hayakawa T et al. Joint impact of smoking and hypertension on cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality in Japan: NIPPON DATA80, a 19-year follow-up. Hypertension Research 30[12], 1169-1175. December 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18344621
• Caro P, Delgado R, Dapena F, Nunez A. [Multidetector row CT in assessment of coronary artery calcification on hemodialisis]. Nefrologia. 27[6], 721-728. 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18336102
• de la SA, Isabel EM, Aguilera MT. [Prevalence and clinical characteristics of microalbuminuria in the Spanish hypertensive population.]. Medicina Clinica 130[6], 201-205. 23 February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18346408
• Wierzbicki AS, Nishtar S, Lumb PJ, Lambert-Hammill M, Crook MA, Marber MS et al. Insulin resistance phenotypes and coronary artery disease in a native Pakistani cohort. International Journal of Clinical Practice . 12 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18341566
• Neutel CI, Campbell NR. Changes in lifestyle after hypertension diagnosis in Canada. Canadian Journal of Cardiology 24[3], 199-204. March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18340389

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Research results from 14th March 2008

• Garvin P, Nilsson L, Carstensen J, Jonasson L, Kristenson M. Circulating Matrix Metalloproteinase-9 Is Associated with Cardiovascular Risk Factors in a Middle-Aged Normal Population. PLoS.ONE 3[3], e1774. 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18335048
• Brevetti G, Bucur R, Balbarini A, Melillo E, Novo S, Muratori I et al. Women and peripheral arterial disease: same disease, different issues. J.Cardiovasc.Med.(Hagerstown.) 9[4], 382-388. April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18334893
• Anand SS, Islam S, Rosengren A, Franzosi MG, Steyn K, Afzal HY et al. Risk factors for myocardial infarction in women and men: insights from the INTERHEART study. European Heart Journal . 10 March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18334475
• Farwell WR, Michael GJ, Norkus EP, Sesso HD. The relationship between total plasma carotenoids and risk factors for chronic disease among middle-aged and older men. British Journal of Nutrition , 1-7. 12 March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18334043
• Chung AW, Booth AD, Rose C, Thompson CR, Levin A, van Breemen C. Increased Matrix Metalloproteinase 2 Activity in the Human Internal Mammary Artery Is Associated with Ageing, Hypertension, Diabetes and Kidney Dysfunction. Journal of Vascular Research 45[4], 357-362. 10 March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18332634
• Huisman M, van Lenthe F, Avendano M, Mackenbach J. The contribution of job characteristics to socioeconomic inequalities in incidence of myocardial infarction. Social Science and Medicine . 8 March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18331774
• Klatsky AL, Koplik S, Kipp H, Friedman GD. The confounded relation of coffee drinking to coronary artery disease. American Journal of Cardiology 101[6], 825-827. 15 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18328848
• Vyssoulis GP, Karpanou EA, Kyvelou SM, Adamopoulos DN, Antonakoudis GC, Deligeorgis AD et al. Beneficial Effect of Angiotensin II Type 1 Receptor Blocker Antihypertensive Treatment on Arterial Stiffness: The Role of Smoking. J.Clin.Hypertens.(Greenwich.) 10[3], 201-207. March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18326960
• Anonymous. [Impact of diabetes mellitus on other cardiovascular risk factors in patients with stenosis of the internal carotid artery]. Terapevticheskii Arkhiv 80[1], 45-48. 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18326227
• Kaufman DJ, Roman MJ, Devereux RB, Fabsitz RR, MacCluer JW, Dyke B et al. Prevalence of smoking and its relationship with carotid atherosclerosis in Alaskan Eskimos of the Norton Sound region: The GOCADAN Study. Nicotine & Tobacco Research 10[3], 483-491. March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18324567
• Chan WP, Sverdlov AL, Horowitz JD. Management of the metabolic syndrome in cardiovascular disease. Curr.Treat.Options.Cardiovasc.Med. 10[1], 27-38. February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18325305
• Naranjo A, Sokka T, Descalzo MA, Calvo-Alen J, Horslev-Petersen K, Luukkainen RK et al. Cardiovascular disease in patients with rheumatoid arthritis: results from the QUEST-RA study. Arthritis Res.Ther. 10[2], R30. 6 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18325087
• Nakamura K, Barzi F, Lam TH, Huxley R, Feigin VL, Ueshima H et al. Cigarette Smoking, Systolic Blood Pressure, and Cardiovascular Diseases in the Asia-Pacific Region. Stroke . 6 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18323508
• van Woudenbergh GJ, Vliegenthart R, van Rooij FJ, Hofman A, Oudkerk M, Witteman JC et al. Coffee Consumption and Coronary Calcification. The Rotterdam Coronary Calcification Study. Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology . 6 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18323515

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Research results from 7th March 2008

• Li X, Luan QX, Li P, Sha YQ, Wang SY, Cao CF. [Analysis of risk indicator for nifedipine-induced gingival hyperlasia.]. Zhonghua Kouqiang Yixue Zazhi [Chinese Journal of Stomatology] 42[11], 677-680. November 2007. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18307926
• Sodi A, Giambene B, Marcucci R, Sofi F, Bolli P, Abbate R et al. Atherosclerotic and thrombophilic risk factors in patients with recurrent central retinal vein occlusion. European Journal of Ophthalmology 18[2], 233-238. March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18320516
• Vasselli S, Papini P, Gaelone D, Spizzichino L, De Campora E, Gnavi R et al. Reduction incidence of myocardial infarction associated with a national legislative ban on smoking. Minerva Cardioangiologica 56[2], 197-203. April 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18319698
• Sodjinou R, Agueh V, Fayomi B, Delisle H. Obesity and cardio-metabolic risk factors in urban adults of Benin: relationship with socio-economic status, urbanisation, and lifestyle patterns. BMC Public Health 8[1], 84. 4 March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18318907
• Yorio J, Viswanathan S, See R, Uchal L, McWhorter JA, Spencer N et al. The Effect of a Disease Management Algorithm and Dedicated Postacute Coronary Syndrome Clinic on Achievement of Guideline Compliance: Results From the Parkland Acute Coronary Event Treatment Study. Journal of Investigative Medicine 56[1], 15-25. January 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18317424
• Rizzo M, Corrado E, Coppola G, Muratori I, Novo S. Prediction of Cerebrovascular and Cardiovascular Events in Patients With Subclinical Carotid Atherosclerosis: The Role of C-reactive Protein. Journal of Investigative Medicine 56[1], 32-40. January 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18317426
• Kaski JC, Fernandez-Berges D. Secondary Prevention After Acute Myocardial Infarction and Coronary Revascularisation: Focus on Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors. Cardiovascular Drugs and Therapy . 5 March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18317916
• Liguori A, D’Armiento FP, Palagiano A, Palinski W, Napoli C. Maternal C-reactive protein and developmental programming of atherosclerosis. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 198[3], 281-285. March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18313449
• Suominen V, Rantanen T, Venermo M, Saarinen J, Salenius J. Prevalence and Risk Factors of PAD among Patients with Elevated ABI. European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery . 27 February 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18313338
• Liem AH, van de Woestijne AP, Zwinderman AH, Visseren FL, Jukema JW. Determinants of CRP level in statin-treated patients. Current Medical Research and Opinion . 28 February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18312742
• Crobu F, Palumbo L, Franco E, Bergerone S, Carturan S, Guarrera S et al. Role of TGF-beta1 haplotypes in the occurrence of myocardial infarction in young Italian patients. BMC Med.Genet. 9[1], 13. 29 February 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18312614
• Upchurch GR, Longo C, Rectenwald JE. Abdominal aortic aneurysm. Geriatrics 63[3], 24-28. March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18312025
• Castelao JE, Gago-Dominguez M. Risk factors for cardiovascular disease in women: Relationship to lipid peroxidation and oxidative stress. Medical Hypotheses . 26 February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18308480
• Dynda DI, Andrews JA, Chiou AC, DeBord JR. Project PROMIS: Peoria Regional Outpatient Medical Imaging Study. American Journal of Surgery 195[3], 322-327. March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18308039
• Yang X, So WY, Kong AP, Ma RC, Ko GT, Ho CS et al. Development and validation of a total coronary heart disease risk score in type 2 diabetes mellitus. American Journal of Cardiology 101[5], 596-601. 1 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18308005
• Geibe JR, Holder J, Peeples L, Kinney AM, Burress JW, Kales SN. Predictors of on-duty coronary events in male firefighters in the United States. American Journal of Cardiology 101[5], 585-589. 1 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18308003
• Sarecka B, Zak I, Krauze J. Synergistic effects of the polymorphisms in the PAI-1 and IL-6 genes with smoking in determining their associated risk with coronary artery disease. Clinical Biochemistry . 15 February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18307986
• Adamopoulos D, van de BP, Argacha JF. New insights into the sympathetic, endothelial and coronary effects of nicotine. Clinical and Experimental Pharmacology and Physiology 35[4], 458-463. April 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18307741
• Boutouyrie P, Vermersch S, Laurent S, Briet M. Cardiovascular risk assessment through target organ damage: role of carotid to femoral pulse wave velocity. Clinical and Experimental Pharmacology and Physiology 35[4], 530-533. April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18307756
• Schoeni RF, Freedman VA, Martin LG. Why is late-life disability declining? Milbank Quarterly 86[1], 47-89. March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18307477
• Chi YW, Jaff MR. Optimal risk factor modification and medical management of the patient with peripheral arterial disease. Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions 71[4], 475-489. 1 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18307227
• Mader R, Novofestovski I, Adawi M, Lavi I. Metabolic Syndrome and Cardiovascular Risk in Patients with Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis. Seminars in Arthritis and Rheumatism . 25 February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18304611
• Giacomin E, Palmerini E, Ballo P, Zaca’ V, Bova G, Mondillo S. Acute effects of caffeine and cigarette smoking on ventricular long-axis function in healthy subjects. Cardiovasc.Ultrasound 6[1], 9. 4 March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18318902

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Research results from 29th February 2008

• Cucina A, Fuso A, Coluccia P, Cavallaro A. Nicotine Inhibits Apoptosis and Stimulates Proliferation in Aortic Smooth Muscle Cells Through a Functional Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptor. Journal of Surgical Research . 26 November 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18295799
• Nguyen DH, Paule P, Pham NS, Michel R, Vu DB, Fourcade L. [A study of cardiovascular risk factors associated with atherosclerosis of thoracic aorta detected by transesophageal echocardiography in Vietnam]. Med.Trop.(Mars.) 67[6], 573-578. December 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18300518
• Niemiec P, Zak I, Wita K. Modification of the coronary artery disease risk associated with the presence of traditional risk factors by insertion/deletion polymorphism of the ACE gene. Genet.Test. 11[4], 353-359. 2007. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18294050
• Castardeli E, Duarte DR, Minicucci MF, Azevedo PS, Matsubara BB, Matsubara LS et al. Exposure time and ventricular remodeling induced by tobacco smoke exposure in rats. Medical Science Monitor 14[3], BR62-BR66. March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18301351
• Shah B, Kumar N, Garg P, Kang E, Grossi E, Lorin JD et al. Metabolic syndrome does not impact survival in patients treated for coronary artery disease. Coronary Artery Disease 19[2], 71-77. March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18300742
• Wallace RA, Schluter P. Audit of cardiovascular disease risk factors among supported adults with intellectual disability attending an ageing clinic. J.Intellect.Dev.Disabil. 33[1], 48-58. March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18300167
• Dib JG, Alameddine Y, Geitany R, Afiouni F. National Cholesterol Education Panel III performance in preventing myocardial infarction in young adults. Ann.Saudi.Med. 28[1], 22-27. January 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18299654
• Wilhelmsen L, Welin L, Svardsudd K, Wedel H, Eriksson H, Hansson PO et al. Secular changes in cardiovascular risk factors and attack rate of myocardial infarction among men aged 50 in Gothenburg, Sweden. Accurate prediction using risk models. Journal of Internal Medicine . 20 February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18298482
• Singh N, Sidawy AN, Dezee KJ, Neville RF, Akbari C, Henderson W. Factors associated with early failure of infrainguinal lower extremity arterial bypass. Journal of Vascular Surgery 47[3], 556-561. March 2008. Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18295106
• Kottgen A, Selvin E, Stevens LA, Levey AS, Van Lente F, Coresh J. Serum cystatin C in the United States: the Third National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES III). American Journal of Kidney Diseases 51[3], 385-394. March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18295054
• Zhang L, Zhang P, Wang F, Zuo L, Zhou Y, Shi Y et al. Prevalence and factors associated with CKD: a population study from Beijing. American Journal of Kidney Diseases 51[3], 373-384. March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18295053
• Koren-Morag N, Goldbourt U, Tanne D. Poor functional status based on the New York Heart Association classification exposes the coronary patient to an elevated risk of ischemic stroke. American Heart Journal 155[3], 515-520. March 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18294489
• Nguyen QM, Srinivasan SR, Xu JH, Chen W, Berenson GS. Racial (Black-White) Divergence in the Association Between Adiponectin and Arterial Stiffness in Asymptomatic Young Adults: The Bogalusa Heart Study. American Journal of Hypertension . 21 February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18292758
• Wild S, Macleod F, McKnight J, Watt G, Mackenzie C, Ford I et al. Impact of deprivation on cardiovascular risk factors in people with diabetes: an observational study. Diabetic Medicine 25[2], 194-199. February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18290861
• McGrady M, Thanyasiri P, Bailey BP, Celermajer DS, Adams MR. Determinants of coronary arterial flow-mediated dilatation following percutaneous coronary intervention. Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions 71[3], 327-332. 15 February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18288727
• Gerszten RE, Wang TJ. The search for new cardiovascular biomarkers. Nature 451[7181], 949-952. 21 February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18288185

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Research results from 22 February 2008

• Allison MA, Budoff MJ, Wong ND, Blumenthal RS, Schreiner PJ, Criqui MH. Prevalence of and Risk Factors for Subclinical Cardiovascular Disease in Selected US Hispanic Ethnic Groups: The Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis. Am.J.Epidemiol . 17 February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18283034
• Nieminen MS, Harjola VP, Hochadel M, Drexler H, Komajda M, Brutsaert D et al. Gender related differences in patients presenting with acute heart failure. Results from EuroHeart Failure Survey II. Eur.J.Heart Fail. 10[2], 140-148. February 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18279769
• Rodriguez-Moran M, Guerrero-Romero F, Brito-Zurita O, Rascon-Pacheco RA, Perez-Fuentes R, Sanchez-Guillen MC et al. Cardiovascular risk factors and acculturation in yaquis and tepehuanos indians from Mexico. Archives of Medical Research 39[3], 352-357. April 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18279710
• Rafter N, Wells S, Stewart A, Selak V, Whittaker R, Bramley D et al. Gaps in primary care documentation of cardiovascular risk factors. New Zealand Medical Journal 121[1269], 24-33. 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18278079
• Dunscomb J, Hull B. Case study: enhancing effective and efficient congestive heart failure management at Columbus Regional Hospital. Jt.Comm J.Qual.Patient Saf 34[1], 20-6, 1. January 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18277798
• Jacobsen D, Sevin C. Improved care for patients with congestive heart failure. Jt.Comm J.Qual.Patient Saf 34[1], 13-19. January 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18277797

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Research results from 15 February 2008

• Edirisinghe I, Yang SR, Yao H, Rajendrasozhan S, Caito S, Adenuga D et al. VEGFR-2 inhibition augments cigarette smoke-induced oxidative stress and inflammatory responses leading to endothelial dysfunction. FASEB Journal . 8 February 2008.
  Abstract or full-text available at http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18263699.
  Item Type: Journal Article
• Cesaroni G, Forastiere F, Agabiti N, Valente P, Zuccaro P, Perucci CA. Effect of the Italian Smoking Ban on Population Rates of Acute Coronary Events. Circulation . 11 February 2008.
  Abstract or full-text available at http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18268149.
  Item Type: Journal Article
• Mittalhenkle A, Stehman-Breen CO, Shlipak MG, Fried LF, Katz R, Young BA et al. Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Incident Acute Renal Failure in Older Adults: The Cardiovascular Health Study. Clin.J.Am.Soc.Nephrol.  6 February 2008.
  Abstract or full-text available at http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18256380.
  Item Type: Journal Article
• Zyriax BC, Algenstaedt P, Hess UF, Schoffauer M, Bamberger C, Boeing H et al. Factors contributing to the risk of cardiovascular disease reflected by plasma adiponectin Data from the coronary risk factors for atherosclerosis in women (CORA) study. Atherosclerosis . 7 February 2008.
  Abstract or full-text available at http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18262188.
  Item Type: Journal Article

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Research results from 31 January 2008

• Aronow WS. Peripheral arterial disease in the elderly. Clin.Interv.Aging 2[4], 645-654. 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18225466
• Naya T, Hosomi N, Ohyama H, Ichihara S, Ban CR, Takahashi T et al. Smoking, fasting serum insulin, and obesity are the predictors of carotid atherosclerosis in relatively young subjects. Angiology 58[6], 677-684. 20 December 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18216377
• Sabra AA, Taha AZ, Al Sebiany AM, Al Kurashi NY, Al Zubier AG. Coronary heart disease risk factors: prevalence and behavior among male university students in Dammam City, Saudi Arabia. Journal of the Egyptian Public Health Association 82[1-2], 21-42. 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18217323

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Research results from 25 January 2008

• Thomas GN, Chook P, Yip TW, Kwong SK, Chan TY, Qiao M et al. Smoking without exception adversely affects vascular structure and function in apparently healthy Chinese: Implications in global atherosclerosis prevention. International Journal of Cardiology . 14 January 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18199502

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Research results from 17 January 2008

• Min JY, Min KB, Cho SI, Paek D. Combined effect of cigarette smoking and sulfur dioxide on heart rate variability. International Journal of Cardiology . 11 January 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18192041
• Tuan TC, Chang SL, Tai CT, Lin YJ, Hu YF, Lo LW et al. Impairment of the atrial substrates by chronic cigarette smoking in patients with atrial fibrillation. Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology . 20 December 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18179528
• Schargrodsky H, Hernandez-Hernandez R, Champagne BM, Silva H, Vinueza R, Silva Aycaguer LC et al. CARMELA: assessment of cardiovascular risk in seven Latin American cities. American Journal of Medicine 121[1], 58-65. January 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18187074

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Research results from 11 January 2008

• Doolan DM, Stotts NA, Benowitz NL, Covinsky KE, Froelicher ES. The Women’s Initiative for Nonsmoking (WINS) XI: age-related differences in smoking cessation responses among women with cardiovascular disease. American Journal of Geriatric Cardiology 17[1], 37-47. January 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18174758
• Halperin RO, Michael GJ, Sesso HD. Smoking and the risk of incident hypertension in middle-aged and older men. American Journal of Hypertension . 3 January 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18174885
• Hung J, Knuiman MW, Divitini ML, Davis T, Beilby JP. Prevalence and risk factor correlates of elevated C-reactive protein in an adult Australian population. American Journal of Cardiology 101[2], 193-198. 15 January 2008.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18178405
• Jarvis CM, Hayman LL, Braun LT, Schwertz DW, Ferrans CE, Piano MR. Cardiovascular risk factors and metabolic syndrome in alcohol- and nicotine-dependent men and women. Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing 22[6], 429-435. November 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18090180

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Research results from 21 December 2007

• Jasso I, Landi A, Dinya E. [Risk status of patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD).]. Orvosi Hetilap 148[52], 2469-2476. 30 December 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18079094
• Medrano MJ, Pastor-Barriuso R, Boix R, Barrio LD, Damian J, Alvarez R et al. Coronary disease risk attributable to cardiovascular risk factors in the Spanish population. Revista Espanola de Cardiologia 60[12], 1250-1256. December 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18082090

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Research results from 14 December 2007

• Mehra R. Global public health problem of sudden cardiac death. Journal of Electrocardiology 40[6 Suppl], S118-S122. November 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17993308
• Nunes F, Jr., Debastiani D, Nunes AD, Peres KG. Prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors in adults living in Luzerna, Santa Catarina, in 2006. Arquivos Brasileiros de Cardiologia 89[5], 289-24. November 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18066452
• Tosetto A. Smoking in arterial and venous thrombosis: The missing link? American Journal of Hematology . 4 December 2007. No abstract or full text available.

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Research results from 7 December 2007

• Haugen S, Casserly IP, Regensteiner JG, Hiatt WR. Risk assessment in the patient with established peripheral arterial disease. Vascular Medicine 12[4], 343-350. November 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18048472
• Igarashi Y, Chikamori T, Tomiyama H, Usui Y, Hida S, Tanaka H et al. Clinical significance of inter-arm pressure difference and ankle-brachial pressure index in patients with suspected coronary artery disease. Journal of Cardiology 50[5], 281-289. November 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18044457
• Tonstad S. Identifying obese women most at risk from cardiovascular disease. International Journal of Obesity 31 Suppl 2, S19-S25. November 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17968433
• Vcev A, Nakic D, Mrden A, Mirat J, Balen S, Ruzic A et al. Helicobacter pylori infection and coronary artery disease. Collegium Antropologicum 31[3], 757-760. September 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18041385

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Research results from 30 November 2007

• Molstad P. Coronary heart disease in diabetics: Prognostic implications and results of interventions. Scandinavian Cardiovascular Journal 41[6], 357-362. December 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18038332
• Nakamura S, Iihara K, Matayoshi T, Yasuda H, Yoshihara F, Kamide K et al. The incidence and risk factors of renal artery stenosis in patients with severe carotid artery stenosis. Hypertension Research 30[9], 839-844. September 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18037777
• Sellers EA, Yung G, Dean HJ. Dyslipidemia and other cardiovascular risk factors in a Canadian First Nation pediatric population with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Pediatric Diabetes 8[6], 384-390. December 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18036065
• Zhang W, Cao YX, He JY, Xu CB. Down-regulation of alpha(1)-adrenoceptor expression by lipid-soluble smoke particles through transcriptional factor nuclear sactor-kappaB pathway. Basic & Clinical Pharmacology & Toxicology. 101[6], 401-406. December 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18028103

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Research results from 23 November 2007

• Aronow WS. Management of peripheral arterial disease of the lower extremities. Comprehensive Therapy 33[4], 247-256. 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18025617
• Bowman TS, Gaziano JM, Buring JE, Sesso HD. A prospective study of cigarette smoking and risk of incident hypertension in women. Journal of the American College of Cardiology 50[21], 2085-2092. 20 November 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18021879
• Heuberger BM, Diehm N, Husmann M, Kalka C, Baumgartner I. Female patients with atherosclerotic lesions of the lower limbs. Not all are alike. Vasa 36[3], 205-209. August 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18019278
• Karakaya O, Barutcu I, Kaya D, Esen AM, Saglam M, Melek M et al. Acute effect of cigarette smoking on heart rate variability. Angiology 58[5], 620-624. October 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18024948
• Sritara P, Sritara C, Woodward M, Wangsuphachart S, Barzi F, Hengprasith B et al. Prevalence and risk factors of peripheral arterial disease in a selected Thai population. Angiology 58[5], 572-578. October 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18024940
• Yildiz A, Yilmaz R, Demirbag R, Gur M, Bas MM, Erel O. Association of serum uric acid level and coronary blood flow. Coronary Artery Disease 18[8], 607-613. December 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18004110

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Research from 2 November 2007

• Denisova DV, Nikitin YP, Zavjalova LG, Burakova SV. Trends in cardiovascular risk factors of Siberian adolescents during socioeconomic reforms in Russia (1989-2003). Alaska Medicine 49[2 Suppl], 110-116. 2006.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17929618
• Papathanasiou G, Georgakopoulos D, Georgoudis G, Spyropoulos P, Perrea D, Evangelou A. Effects of chronic smoking on exercise tolerance and on heart rate-systolic blood pressure product in young healthy adults. European Journal of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation 14[5], 646-652. October 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17925623

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Research from 26 October 2007

• Akesson A, Weismayer C, Newby PK, Wolk A. Combined effect of low-risk dietary and lifestyle behaviors in primary prevention of myocardial infarction in women. Archives of Internal Medicine 167[19], 2122-7, 2007.
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  http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17954808

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Research from 19 October 2007

• Jenum AK, Graff-Iversen S, Selmer R, Sogaard AJ. [Risk factors for cardiovascular disease and diabetes in Norway through three decades .]. Tidsskrift for Den Norske Laegeforening 127[19], 2532-2536. 4 October 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17925822
• Wan Q, Harris MF, Davies GP, Jayasinge UW, Flack J, Georgiou A et al. Cardiovascular risk management and its impact in Australian general practice patients with type 2 diabetes in urban and rural areas.  International Journal of Clinical Practice . 10 October 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17927763

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Research from 12 October 2007

• Noda H, Iso H, Toyoshima H, Date C, Yamamoto A, Kikuchi S et al. Smoking status, sports participation and mortality from coronary heart disease. Heart . 4 October 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17916664
• Wister A, Loewen N, Kennedy-Symonds H, McGowan B, McCoy B, Singer J. One-year follow-up of a therapeutic lifestyle intervention targeting cardiovascular disease risk. CMAJ 177[8], 859-865. 9 October 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17923653

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Research results from 5 October 2007

• Chandy D, Aronow WS. Management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Comprehensive Therapy 32[4], 230-235. 2006.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17898428
• Tang D, Lu J, Walterscheid JP, Chen HH, Engler DA, Sawamura T et al. Electronegative LDL circulating in smokers impairs endothelial progenitor cell differentiation by inhibiting Akt phosphorylation via LOX-1. Journal of Lipid Research . 1 October 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17909223
• Walter RE, Wilk JB, Larson MG, Vasan RS, Keaney JF, Jr., Lipinska I et al. Systemic inflammation and COPD: The Framingham Heart Study. Chest . 1 October 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17908709
• Zornoff LA, Duarte DR, Minicucci MF, Azevedo PS, Matsubara BB, Matsubara LS et al. [Effects of beta-carotene and smoking on heart remodeling after myocardial infarction.]. Arquivos Brasileiros de Cardiologia 89[3], 151-157. September 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17906813
• Juster HR, Loomis BR, Hinman TM, Farrelly MC, Hyland A, Bauer UE et al. Declines in Hospital Admissions for Acute Myocardial Infarction in New York State After Implementation of a Comprehensive Smoking Ban. American Journal of Public Health . 27 September 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17901438

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Research results from 28 September 2007

• Bentz CJ. An intensive smoking cessation intervention reduced hospital admissions and mortality in high risk smokers with CVD. Evidence-based Medicine. 12[4], 113. August 2007.
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• Guevel-Jointret AL, Borel ML, Munier S, Cornily JC, Pennec PY, Gilard M et al. [Tolerance and efficacy of early nicotine substitution after acute coronary syndromes.]. Archives des Maladies du Coeur et des Vaisseaux. 100[6-7], 514-518. 7 June 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17893633
• Lapergue B, Mohammad A, Shuaib A. Endothelial progenitor cells and cerebrovascular diseases. Progress in Neurobiology . 13 August 2007.
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Research results from 21 September 2007

• Baker JF, Schumacher HR, Krishnan E. Serum uric acid level and risk for peripheral arterial disease: analysis of data from the multiple risk factor intervention trial. Angiology 58[4], 450-457. August 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17875958
• Ercan B, Ayaz L, Cicek D, Tamer L. Role of CYP2C9 and CYP2C19 polymorphisms in patients with atherosclerosis. Cell Biochemistry and Function . 17 September 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17868191
• Halvorsen B, Sagen LE, Ueland T, Aukrust P, Tonstad S. Effect of smoking cessation on markers of inflammation and endothelial cell activation among individuals with high risk for cardiovascular disease.  Scandinavian Journal of Clinical and Laboratory Investigation, 1-8. 24 August 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17852807
• Hirsch AT, Murphy TP, Lovell MB, Twillman G, Treat-Jacobson D, Harwood EM et al. Gaps in public knowledge of peripheral arterial disease. The first national PAD public awareness survey. Circulation . 17 September 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17875966
• Hung MJ, Hung MY, Cheng CW, Yang NI, Cherng WJ. Comparison of clinical characteristics and prognosis in Taiwanese patients with coronary vasospastic angina pectoris without significant fixed coronary artery disease versus patients with significant fixed coronary artery disease and either stable angina pectoris or acute coronary syndromes. American Journal of the Medical Sciences 334[3], 160-167. September 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17873528
• van der WT, van Steenkiste B, Stoffers HE, Timmermans DR, Grol R. Primary prevention of cardiovascular diseases in general practice: mismatch between cardiovascular risk and patients risk perceptions. Medical Decision Making . 14 September 2007.
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Research results from 14 September 2007

• Afaq A, Montgomery PS, Scott KJ, Blevins SM, Whitsett TL, Gardner AW. The effect of current cigarette smoking on calf muscle hemoglobin oxygen saturation in patients with intermittent claudication. Vascular Medicine 12[3], 167-173. August 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17848472
• Hozawa A, Okamura T, Kadowaki T, Murakami Y, Nakamura K, Hayakawa T et al. Is weak association between cigarette smoking and cardiovascular disease mortality observed in Japan explained by low total cholesterol? NIPPON DATA80. Int.J.Epidemiol . 10 September 2007.  No abstract available.
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• Sohn M, Stotts NA, Benowitz N, Christopherson D, Kim KS, Jang YS et al. Beliefs about health, smoking, and future smoking cessation among South Korean men hospitalized for cardiovascular disease. Heart and Lung 36[5], 339-347. September 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17845880
• Ashikaga T, Nishizaki M, Fujii H, Niki S, Maeda S, Yamawake N et al. Examination of the microcirculation damage in smokers versus nonsmokers with vasospastic angina pectoris. American Journal of Cardiology 100[6], 962-964. 15 September 2007.
  Abstract or full text available at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=17826378
• Okamura T, Higashiyama A, Miyamatsu N. [Reduced HDL-cholesterol levels associated with smoking]. Nippon Rinsho: Japanese Journal of Clinical Medicine 65 Suppl 7, 663-666. 28 July 2007.
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