#176: No benefit to dual RAS blockade in meta-analysis; metabolic syndrome in 40s linked to TV, lack of exercise, at age 16; Canadian Riata experience: Electrical failures eclipse externalized cables; "napkin-ring sign" on CT identifies high-risk coronary

Feb 1, 2013 10:45 EST

For the week ending February 1, 2013 we discuss the following top cardiology news from heartwire:

• No benefit to dual RAS blockade in meta-analysis
• Metabolic syndrome in 40s linked to TV, lack of exercise, at age 16
• Canadian Riata experience: Electrical failures eclipse externalized cables
• "Napkin-ring sign" on CT identifies high-risk coronary lesions

 

And also, in brief:

• Waist measure and BMI best predict heart disease death risk
• So we all agree: ACC, AHA, FDA, and others standardize terms in ACS, CAD

 

Join us for a comprehensive review of this week's most important cardiology news.