Aims Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) was underdiagnosed and poorly
understood for decades. It is increasingly recognized as an important cause of myocardial …

Rapid reperfusion of the infarct-related artery is the cornerstone of therapy for the management
of acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). Canada’s geography presents …

The air medical transport of cardiac patients is a rapidly expanding practice. For various
medical, social, and economic indications, patients are being flown longer distances at …

The globe is currently in the midst of a COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in significant morbidity
and mortality. This pandemic has placed considerable stress on health care resources and …

Traditionally, the evaluation of cardiac function has focused on systolic function; however,
there is a growing appreciation for the contribution of diastolic function to overall cardiac health…

Canada is a wealthy nation with a geographically diverse population, seeking health
innovations to better serve patients in accordance with the Canada Health Act. In this country, …

Background: Obesity is a risk factor that negatively impacts outcomes in patients undergoing
heart surgery by mechanisms that are not well-defined nor predicated on BMI alone. This …

Background Numerous studies have examined the effect of geographic place of residence
on access to cardiovascular care, but few have examined their effect on outcomes after …

Background Since the introduction of newer, more potent P2Y 12 receptor inhibitors (P2Y
12 ris), practice patterns and associated clinical outcomes in patients with myocardial …

Background Contemporary use of dual antiplatelet therapy and consistency with guideline
recommendations in acute coronary syndrome patients undergoing percutaneous coronary …