Articles: disease.
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Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is a rare cause of chest pain in adolescents and young adults. Kawasaki disease (KD) is an uncommon illness, but coronary artery aneurysms secondary to KD are implicated in approximately 5% of cases of ACS in young adults. Patients with KD may present with catastrophic coronary disease at a young age and thus early recognition of this disease process and lifelong follow-up is essential. ⋯ This case demonstrates the importance of screening after a childhood diagnosis of KD, specifically when caring for the tactical athlete. It also highlights the impact that social determinants of health can have on patient outcomes. Finally, it demonstrates the importance of communication and coordination between military and civilian medical centers across the globe driving the care of our deployed injured and ill active-duty military personnel.
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Meta Analysis
In HF, T2D, CKD, or atherosclerotic CVD, SGLT2 inhibitors reduce HF hospitalizations and CV mortality.
Usman MS, Bhatt DL, Hameed I, et al. Effect of SGLT2 inhibitors on heart failure outcomes and cardiovascular death across the cardiometabolic disease spectrum: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Lancet Diabetes Endocrinol. 2024;12:447-461. 38768620.