Abstract Background Heart failure (HF) is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Few studies have evaluated the survival and prognostic factors of patients with this condition in light of the therapeutic advances of recent decades. Objectives To describe the survival, possible factors associated with mortality, and clinical characteristics of participants with HF in the Brazilian Longitudinal Study of Adult Health (ELSA-Brasil). Methods The cohort followed 15105 participants from 2008 to 2023. Sociodemographic variables, laboratory tests, electrocardiogram, […]

Abstract Background: Noncommunicable diseases contribute to premature deaths and limitations. Disability retirement is linked to chronic conditions, particularly cardiovascular diseases. The II Brazilian Guideline for Severe Heart Disease established criteria for cardiovascular disease classification. However, there is a lack of research in this topic within federal institutions. Objectives: Evaluate the survival and causes of death among disabled retirees at UFRJ, focusing on the impact of severe heart disease. Methods: A retrospective cohort study based on retirement and death records over […]

Abstract Background: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a very often clinical condition that can be associated with high mortality risk, particularly in coronary heart disease (CHD). The diagnosis of OSA is not always accessible via the gold-standard method polysomnography. Objective: To evaluate long-term influence of the high risk for OSA on fatal and non-fatal outcomes after acute coronary syndrome (ACS) in the Acute Coronary Syndrome Registry Strategy (ERICO) Study using the Berlin questionnaire as a surrogate. Methods: Berlin questionnaire, a […]