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Table of contents 1. Basic Concepts in Left Ventricular Strain 7 1.1. Brief Introduction to the Physical Principles of Speckle Formation in Cardiovascular Imaging 7 […]

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1. Cover Letter Familial chylomicronemia syndrome (FCS) is a severe form of dyslipidemia characterized by multiple signs and symptoms associated with a deficiency in lipoprotein lipase or one of its cofactors, leading to compromised triglyceride metabolism. FCS has an autosomal recessive pattern of inheritance and affects approximately 1 to 2 people per million, but it may be more frequent in consanguineous relationships. Knowledge of this condition is still limited, often contributing to delayed diagnosis when complications have already set in. […]

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Introduction The Scientific Committee of the Brazilian Society of Cardiology, by determination of its Administrative Council, has convened a work group to monitor and set up scientific evidence on cardiovascular safety of vaccines against COVID-19 in a continuous and systematic way. This group aims to reproduce scientifically solid data, summarize currently available evidence, and develop recommendations to Brazilian cardiologists in the form of positions of the Brazilian Society of Cardiology. Vaccines to prevent SARS-CoV-2 infection are considered the most effective […]

1. Introduction Significant advances in understanding cardiac amyloidosis (CA) have been made in recent years, leading to a thorough reformulation of its clinical significance. In addition to convincing evidence that CA is a relatively common cause of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), we are witnessing the emergence of specific therapies that can change the course of the disease and prolong the survival of affected patients. In parallel, relevant advances in cardiovascular imaging techniques have greatly contributed to earlier […]

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Basic Concepts about Spirituality and Forms of Evaluation The definitions of spirituality and religiosity vary in different cultural and religious environments. There is a diversity of concepts without a clear definition, and the term is used inaccurately and inconsistently, which impedes measurement. The Brazilian Society of Cardiology’s Department of Spirituality Studies and Cardiovascular Medicine considers spirituality “a set of observable and measurable moral, mental. and emotional values that are motivated by the will and guide thoughts, behaviors, and attitudes in […]

1. Introduction The Department of Ergometry, Exercise, Nuclear Cardiology and Cardiovascular Rehabilitation (DERC), through its commission on Health and Diagnosis of Cardiovascular Diseases in Women and in association with the Sports Cardiology Study Group (GECESP) and the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Metabolic Study Group (GERCPM), has prepared this position paper in accordance with Brazilian Society of Cardiology norms to guide health professionals regarding the prescription of physical exercise during pregnancy and the postpartum period, as well as to strengthen the relationship […]