Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Daniel Bos, Banafsheh Arshi, Quirijn J. A. van den Bouwhuijsen, M. Kamran Ikram, Mariana Selwaness, Meike W. Vernooij, Maryam Kavousi, Aad van der Lugt
Summary: This study found that hemorrhage in carotid atherosclerotic plaque is an independent risk factor for stroke and coronary heart disease.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Yan Zhou, Xueping Zhu, Hanming Cui, Jingjing Shi, Guozhen Yuan, Shuai Shi, Yuanhui Hu
Summary: The VEGF family, known for its role in regulating blood and lymphatic vessels, shows promise for treating coronary heart disease (CHD) by regulating various functions such as angiogenesis, apoptosis, inflammation, and fibrogenesis. Through binding with different receptors, VEGF proteins can modulate distinct physiological processes, offering potential pathways for treating CHD.
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Sport Sciences
Charles A. German, Jason Fanning, Matthew J. Singleton, Michael D. Shapiro, Peter H. Brubaker, Alain G. Bertoni, Joseph Yeboah
Summary: This study found that high levels of physical activity are negatively correlated with cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality, indicating that high PA can reduce the risk of CVD and overall death. The research also suggests that even among individuals at high risk of CVD, high levels of PA do not pose additional risks.
MEDICINE & SCIENCE IN SPORTS & EXERCISE
(2022)
Editorial Material
Medicine, General & Internal
Michael McDermott, David E. Newby
Summary: In this study, Fuchs et al. analyzed the outcomes of 9533 adults who underwent coronary computed tomography angiography. The unique data provided by this study on the natural history of coronary artery disease will be valuable for informing prevention strategies.
ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Biomedical
Junsong Guo, Hao Wang, Ying Li, Shuang Zhu, Houxiang Hu, Zhanjun Gua
Summary: Coronary heart disease (CHD) is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide, particularly in low-income and middle-income countries and among older populations. Conventional diagnostic and therapeutic approaches have limitations, but nanotechnology offers promising alternatives for the diagnosis and treatment of CHD by utilizing the unique properties of nanomaterials. Nanomaterials can enhance early detection of CHD, facilitate targeted drug delivery and tissue engineering, and modulate inflammation and oxidative stress, addressing multiple aspects of CHD pathophysiology.
ACTA BIOMATERIALIA
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Ana Maria Pello Lazaro, Luis M. Blanco-Colio, Juan Antonio Franco Pelaez, Jose Tunon
Summary: Inflammation plays a significant role in atherogenesis and plaque complications, with certain drugs showing anti-inflammatory effects. Inflammatory biomarkers can predict cardiovascular events. Some anti-inflammatory drugs have been successful in reducing the incidence of cardiovascular events.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Medical Informatics
Tyler Hyungtaek Rim, Chan Joo Lee, Yih-Chung Tham, Ning Cheung, Marco Yu, Geunyoung Lee, Youngnam Kim, Daniel S. W. Ting, Crystal Chun Yuen Chong, Yoon Seong Choi, Tae Keun Yoo, Ik Hee Ryu, Su Jung Baik, Young Ah Kim, Sung Kyu Kim, Sang-Hak Lee, Byoung Kwon Lee, Seok-Min Kang, Edmund Yick Mun Wong, Hyeon Chang Kim, Sung Soo Kim, Sungha Park, Ching-Yu Cheng, Tien Yin Wong
Summary: This study developed a novel cardiovascular risk stratification system based on deep-learning-predicted coronary artery calcium (CAC) from retinal photographs, which showed promising results in predicting cardiovascular events and improving current risk stratification approaches.
LANCET DIGITAL HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Liang Luo, Huiying Liang, Luoying Liu
Summary: The study found that myristicin plays a role in regulating the proliferation and apoptosis of human vascular smooth muscle cells and umbilical vein endothelial cells, and this effect is achieved by regulating the PI3K/Akt/NF-kappa B signaling pathway. Myristicin may be a new potential drug for AS treatment.
PHARMACEUTICAL BIOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Wen-Lu Ou-Yang, Bei Guo, Feng Xu, Xiao Lin, Fu-Xing-Zi Li, Su-Kang Shan, Feng Wu, Yi Wang, Ming-Hui Zheng, Qiu-Shuang Xu, Ling-Qing Yuan
Summary: Despite the believed beneficial effects of irisin induced by exercise, methodological issues have raised doubts in recent studies, necessitating the use of new tools for reconfirmation.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Valeri Cuciuc, Sagi Tshori, Livi Grib, Gal Sella, Ortal Tuvali, Igor Volodarsky, Michael Welt, Michael Fassler, Sara Shimoni, Jacob George
Summary: This study suggests that serum sTREM2 levels may predict cardiovascular mortality in patients with established coronary atherosclerosis.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Miao-Miao Tang, Shu-Ting Zhao, Ran-Qi Li, Wei Hou
Summary: Coronary heart disease (CHD) is a common clinical manifestation of cardiovascular disease, characterized by myocardial ischemia caused by coronary atherosclerosis. Ginseng has been found to improve cardiac function by regulating blood glucose levels, reducing blood pressure, oxidative stress, platelet aggregation, and lipid dysregulation. It can be considered as an alternative therapy for CHD.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Medical Laboratory Technology
Wenwu Liu, Shuwei Weng, Huixing Liu, Chenghui Cao, Shuai Wang, Sha Wu, Jia He, Yang Yang, Die Hu, Yonghong Luo, Daoquan Peng
Summary: This study found that serum soluble TREM2 levels are elevated in patients with coronary heart disease (CHD) and are associated with various cardiovascular risk factors. Compared to traditional indicators, sTREM2 has better diagnostic performance in identifying CHD, suggesting that sTREM2 may serve as a potential biomarker for coronary heart disease.
CLINICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Jiale Zhang, Chenyang Ji, Xu Zhai, Hongxuan Tong, Jingqing Hu
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the research hotspots, frontiers, and development trends of anti-inflammatory applications in coronary heart disease (CHD), which is of great significance for future studies.
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Xiao Zhang, Cole V. Veliky, Rahel L. Birru, Emma Barinas-Mitchell, Jared W. Magnani, Akira Sekikawa
Summary: Equol, derived from soy isoflavones through gut microbiome metabolism, may be the key cardioprotective component and have greater cardiovascular benefits than soy isoflavones. Studies show that equol possesses antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, and vasodilatory properties, improving arterial stiffness and atherosclerosis. Clinical studies on equol are warranted for further investigation as it is available as a dietary supplement.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Panagiotis Tsioufis, Panagiotis Theofilis, Konstantinos Tsioufis, Dimitris Tousoulis
Summary: Coronary atherosclerosis is a chronic disease involving inflammation, endothelial dysfunction, and lipoprotein dysregulation. Inflammatory cytokines, such as interleukins, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, and chemokines, play a role in the development and progression of coronary artery disease. Targeting these cytokines with drugs like IL-1 beta and colchicine has shown promise in reducing cardiovascular risk. Other cytokine-targeted treatments are being explored, but more research is needed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Virginie Chuy, Melissa Gentreau, Sylvaine Artero, Claire Berticat, Vincent Rigalleau, Karine Peres, Catherine Helmer, Cecilia Samieri, Catherine Feart
Summary: The study investigated the relationship between carbohydrate exposure and the risk of physical frailty, finding that higher intake of simple carbohydrates was significantly associated with a greater risk of physical frailty in older males. No significant associations were observed with complex or total carbohydrate intake, glycemic load, or adherence to a low-carbohydrate diet. Additional research is needed to explore the underlying mechanisms.
JOURNALS OF GERONTOLOGY SERIES A-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Noemie Letellier, Laure-Anne Gutierrez, Jeanne Duchesne, Chen Chen, Sindana Ilango, Catherine Helmer, Claudine Berr, Marion Mortamais, Tarik Benmarhnia
Summary: This study found that reducing air pollution, especially particulate matter (PM2.5), can help lower the risk of dementia, highlighting the importance of reducing air pollution in the prevention of dementia.
ALZHEIMERS & DEMENTIA
(2022)
Article
Health Policy & Services
Marine Queroue, Aude Pouymayou, Edwige Pereira, Christophe Tzourio, Juan Luis Gonzalez-Caballero, Ilaria Montagni
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the awareness and effectiveness of an interactive video on mental health literacy among French university students. Through questionnaires and semi-structured interviews, results showed that the intervention group had increased or stable mental health literacy scores. Users appreciated the content and format of the video, suggesting its dissemination to other university campuses in France and internationally to promote mental health literacy among students.
HEALTH PROMOTION INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Substance Abuse
Ilaria Montagni, Maelys Abraham, Christophe Tzourio, Amandine Luquiens, Viet Nguyen-Thanh, Guillemette Quatremere
Summary: The French "Friends also at night" campaign aimed to prevent binge drinking and cannabis use among young adults at parties through peer support. The evaluation of the campaign found positive perceptions among participants, who felt involved and believed the communication strategy was acceptable and effective. However, some negative aspects, particularly related to the language and tone of the campaign, were identified. Recommendations for improvement and future campaigns on similar topics are provided.
JOURNAL OF SUBSTANCE USE
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Aniket Mishra, Cecile Duplaa, Dina Vojinovic, Hideaki Suzuki, Muralidharan Sargurupremraj, Nuno R. Zilhao, Shuo Li, Traci M. Bartz, Xueqiu Jian, Wei Zhao, Edith Hofer, Katharina Wittfeld, Sarah E. Harris, Sandra Van der Auwera-Palitschka, Michelle Luciano, Joshua C. Bis, Hieab H. H. Adams, Claudia L. Satizabal, Rebecca F. Gottesman, Piyush G. Gampawar, Robin Bulow, Stefan Weiss, Miao Yu, Mark E. Bastin, Oscar L. Lopez, Meike W. Vernooij, Alexa S. Beiser, Uwe Voelker, Tim Kacprowski, Aicha Soumare, Jennifer A. Smith, David S. Knopman, Zoe Morris, Yicheng Zhu, Jerome Rotter, Carole Dufouil, Maria Valdes Hernandez, Susana Munoz Maniega, Mark Lathrop, Erik Boerwinkle, Reinhold Schmidt, Masafumi Ihara, Bernard Mazoyer, Qiong Yang, Anne Joutel, Elizabeth Tournier-Lasserve, Lenore J. Launer, Ian J. Deary, Thomas H. Mosley, Philippe Amouyel, Charles S. DeCarli, Bruce M. Psaty, Christophe Tzourio, Sharon L. R. Kardia, Hans J. Grabe, Alexander Teumer, Cornelia M. van Duijn, Helena Schmidt, Joanna M. Wardlaw, M. Arfan Ikram, Myriam Fornage, Vilmundur Gudnason, Sudha Seshadri, Paul M. Matthews, William T. Longstreth, Thierry Couffinhal, Stephanie Debette
Summary: Cerebral small vessel disease is a leading cause of stroke and cognitive decline. A comprehensive gene study identified multiple loci and genes associated with the disease. Mendelian randomization supported the causal relationship between disease severity and increased risk of stroke and Alzheimer's disease. Further functional evaluation suggested a potential role of TRIM47 in the pathophysiology of cerebral small vessel disease.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Justine Perino, Marie Tournier, Clement Mathieu, Louis Letinier, Alexandre Peyre, Garance Perret, Edwige Pereira, Annie Fourrier-Reglat, Clothilde Pollet, Melina Fatseas, Christophe Tzourio, Amelie Daveluy
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence of substance use and overlap between various psychoactive substances in students. The study found that cannabis, nitrous oxide, and poppers were the most frequently used substances, and regular alcohol use, binge drinking, and tobacco use were associated with psychoactive substance use.
FUNDAMENTAL & CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Substance Abuse
Ashlyn Schwartz, Julie Arsandaux, Ilaria Montagni, Laurie L. Meschke, Cedric Galera, Christophe Tzourio
Summary: This study critically reviewed the relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and substance use (SU) among university students. The findings showed that university students reporting ACEs were more likely to engage in alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, prescription-medication, and illicit drug use compared to those not reporting ACEs. The presence of four or more ACEs increased the likelihood of SU. A dose-response relationship between ACEs and SU for each substance was observed. The study highlighted the importance of ACE screening among university students to identify those at higher risk of SU and provide preventive or therapeutic interventions.
JOURNAL OF SUBSTANCE USE
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Jeanne Neuffer, Raul Gonzalez-Dominguez, Sophie Lefevre-Arbogast, Dorrain Y. Low, Benedicte Driollet, Catherine Helmer, Andrea Du Preez, Chiara de Lucia, Silvie R. Ruigrok, Barbara Altendorfer, Ludwig Aigner, Paul J. Lucassen, Aniko Korosi, Sandrine Thuret, Claudine Manach, Merce Pallas, Mireia Urpi-Sarda, Alex Sanchez-Pla, Cristina Andres-Lacueva, Cecilia Samieri
Summary: The gut microbiome plays a role in influencing cognition via the gut-brain axis. Higher serum levels of propionic acid, a short-chain fatty acid, were found to be associated with increased odds of cognitive decline. This effect may be mediated by hypercholesterolemia and diabetes.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Helene Jacqmin-Gadda, Viviane Philipps, Florian Guillet, Christophe Tzourio, Catherine Helmer, Pierre Joly
Summary: The prevalence and societal burden of dementia is expected to increase due to aging population. This study evaluates the potential impact of intervention scenarios targeting dementia risk factors on dementia burden. Micro-simulations are used to estimate the changes in dementia burden in France in 2040. The results show that targeting hypertension, diabetes, and physical inactivity could decrease dementia prevalence and increase life expectancy without dementia.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Julien Coelho, Ilaria Montagni, Jean-Arthur Micoulaud-Franchi, Sabine Plancoulaine, Christophe Tzourio
Summary: This study found that there is an association between cannabis use and sleep complaints, especially insomnia, among University students. The likelihood of experiencing sleep problems, including insomnia, increases with the frequency of cannabis use.
PSYCHIATRY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Marie Alexandra Albaret, Julien Textoris, Bastien Dalzon, Jeremy Lambert, Morgane Linard, Catherine Helmer, Sabine Hacot, Sandra E. Ghayad, Martial Ferreol, Hichem C. Mertani, Jean-Jacques Diaz
Summary: Many studies suggest a potential link between Alzheimer's disease and HSV-1 infection, but the molecular mechanisms behind this process are not yet fully understood.
TRANSLATIONAL PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Laure Gayraud, Marion Mortamais, Cedric Schweitzer, Kees de Hoogh, Audrey Cougnard-Gregoire, Jean-Francois Korobelnik, Marie-Noelle Delyfer, Marie-Benedicte Rougier, Karen Leffondre, Catherine Helmer, Danielle Vienneau, Claudine Berr, Cecile Delcourt
Summary: Chronic exposure to air pollution, particularly fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and black carbon (BC), is associated with faster thinning of the retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) in individuals with glaucoma. This study highlights the importance of considering air pollution as a potential risk factor for neurodegenerative diseases.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Neurosciences
Sara Cristina Lima Reboucas, Fabrice Crivello, Ami Tsuchida, Christophe Tzourio, Cedric Schweitzer, Jean-Francois Korobelnik, Cecile Delcourt, Catherine Helmer
Summary: The retina may serve as a window for viewing brain structures, as there are similarities between the two. This study found significant associations between retinal nerve fiber layers and brain MRI parameters, suggesting that retinal layers may reflect brain structures. Further studies are needed to confirm these findings in young subjects.
HUMAN BRAIN MAPPING
(2023)
Editorial Material
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Lidia Glodzik, Christophe Tzourio