The pattern and global burden of disease has evolved considerably over the last two
decades, from primarily communicable, maternal, and perinatal causes to non-communicable …

Background Catheter ablation is a curative intervention for common arrhythmias such as
supraventricular tachycardia and atrial flutter. Many centers still admit patients overnight after …

Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) is associated with variable development of
emphysema and other features of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Matrix …

The departmental journal club (JC) is a well-established form of continuing professional
development (CPD). Social media offers a range of interactive online platforms, allowing the …

Objective Cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT) is an effective therapy for selected
patients with heart failure (HF); however, a significant non-response rate exists. We examined …

The prevalence of heart failure is increasing and it is associated with significant mortality and
morbidity. Optimal medical therapy improves outcome, but heart failure continues to have a …

Aims Cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT) is effective treatment for selected patients
with heart failure (HF) but has ~30% non-response rate. We evaluated whether specific …

Background Transvenous left ventricular (LV) lead placement for cardiac resynchronization
therapy is unsuccessful in 5–10% of reported cases. These patients may benefit from …

A complex interplay exists between heart failure, metabolic status and body composition. The
idiosyncrasies of these relationships are poorly understood, but they offer prognostic value …

Background and aim of the study: A subtle aortic dissection can be challenging to detect
despite the availability of multiple diagnostic modalities. Whilst rare, the inability to detect this …