
Activity Intolerance Post-PE: Use a CPET to Get Some Answers
Apr 15, 2025 · Aaron Holley, MD, writes that it takes a 'physiologic village' to create activity intolerance after pulmonary embolism, and argues for more use of cardiopulmonary exercise testing …
Aficamten Updates in Two Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Trials
Sep 30, 2025 · In almost every CPET parameter measure, the beta blocker arm did horribly.” Masri said the FOREST-HCM trial is ongoing with a planned 5 years of follow-up.
Giant Leap for Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing Interpretation
Feb 18, 2021 · For cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET), patients exercise on either a stationary bike or a treadmill. Cardiac, respiratory, and metabolic function are measured during warm-up and …
ACS Guidelines 2025: Key Points - Medscape
Apr 24, 2025 · Cardiologists and lead authors, Michelle O'Donoghue and Sunil Rao, discuss the key takeaways from the updated acute coronary syndrome guidelines.
Maryland’s All-Payer Model: Surgeons’ Perspectives - Medscape
Jan 9, 2026 · Surgeons report high awareness of Maryland’s All-Payer Model but inconsistent communication about it; they recognize efforts toward improved outcomes but feel disconnected from …
Can 6 Depressive Symptoms Predict Dementia? - Medscape
Dec 22, 2025 · Six depressive symptoms in midlife, including difficulties with confidence and concentration, may increase the risk for dementia more than two decades later, a new study suggests.
Is It Deconditioning That Is Limiting Your Patient, or ... - Medscape
Apr 6, 2017 · A recent study published in the journal CHEST sought to add clarity to the distinction. Using a protocol combining CPET and stress TTE, the researchers identified gas-exchange …
Perinatal GLP-1 Use Rises Despite Limited Safety Data - Medscape
5 days ago · GLP-1 receptor agonist prescribing increases between 2019 and 2024.
High-Dose Rifampin Fails to Improve TB Meningitis Survival
Jan 5, 2026 · In patients with tuberculous meningitis, high-dose rifampin yields no survival advantage over the standard dose.
How to Help With ME/CFS and Long COVID Disability Claims
Nov 26, 2025 · A disability attorney specializing in chronic disabling conditions and a physician with extensive experience helping patients file claims offer advice.