ACCEL Lite: Featured ACCEL Interviews on Exciting CV Research

The ALONE-AF study examined outcomes in atrial fibrillation (AF) patients who remained free of recurrence following catheter ablation. Researchers found that discontinuing oral anticoagulation (OAC) was associated with a lower risk of stroke, systemic embolism, or major bleeding compared to continued OAC. These...

Imaging is a powerful tool in managing obesity, helping clinicians visualize fat distribution and detect complications like fatty liver disease or heart issues. Advanced techniques like magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) scans guide personalized treatment plans and monitor progress over time....

In the TACSI trial, researchers evaluated ticagrelor plus aspirin versus aspirin alone in about 2,200 patients who underwent coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) for acute coronary syndrome (ACS). At 12 months, dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) did not reduce major adverse cardiac events compared to aspirin alone....

Current clinical challenges in lipid control include achieving and maintaining target LDL-cholesterol levels in patients at high risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, especially those who do not respond adequately to standard therapies. The VICTORION-Difference trial demonstrated that an inclisiran