A new study found severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection was associated with the rapid growth of plaque in the coronary arteries and an increased risk of cardiovascular events. The results were published today in Radiology, a journal of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). COVID-19, caused by SARS-CoV-2, is initially … Read more
New research uncovers how fat hidden in your muscles could be a silent threat to your heart, offering a fresh perspective on cardiovascular risk beyond the scale. Study: Skeletal muscle adiposity, coronary microvascular dysfunction, and adverse cardiovascular outcomes. Image Credit: KateStudio / Shutterstock A recent study published in the European Heart Journal examined the role of skeletal muscle fat … Read more
A newly published review in eGastroenterology compiles recent research on alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD), offering an overview of its pathogenesis and efforts to better understand this condition. ALD, caused by excessive alcohol consumption, remains a significant contributor to liver-related mortality worldwide. Effective treatments are still limited, underscoring the need for a deeper understanding of its … Read more