Objective:To analyze the effect of using continuity of care for elderly patients with coronary heart disease(CHD)with unstable angina pectoris(UAP)and its impact on their quality of life.Methods:100 cases of elderly p...Objective:To analyze the effect of using continuity of care for elderly patients with coronary heart disease(CHD)with unstable angina pectoris(UAP)and its impact on their quality of life.Methods:100 cases of elderly patients with CHD with UAP admitted to our hospital from March 2022 to March 2023 were selected and grouped into an observation group and a control group of 50 cases each according to the randomized number table method.The nursing effect and quality of life of the observation group(continuity nursing)and the control group(routine nursing)were compared.Results:The total effective rate of nursing care was 96.00%observation group and 80.00%for the control group,and the differences were significant(χ2=6.061,P<0.05).Patients in the observation group had fewer episodes(1.42±0.21)times/week and a shorter duration(5.46±0.39)min,which were better than the control group(t=3.465,2.973;P<0.05).The depression self-rating depression scale(SDS)score(42.16±6.64)and anxiety self-rating scale(SAS)score(32.26±7.35)in the observation group were lower and the quality of life was higher as compared to that of the control group(P<0.05).Conclusion:Continuous nursing care improved the nursing effect of elderly CHD with UAP patients,promoted the alleviation of UAP symptoms,improved patient mentality,and improved their quality of life.Hence,continuous nursing care possesses significant clinical application value.展开更多
BACKGROUND Coronary stent implantation is usually used to treat unstable angina to alleviate stenosis or occlusion,promoting blood flow restoration and alleviating symptoms such as myocardial ischemia.And postoperativ...BACKGROUND Coronary stent implantation is usually used to treat unstable angina to alleviate stenosis or occlusion,promoting blood flow restoration and alleviating symptoms such as myocardial ischemia.And postoperative cardiac rehabilitation is essential for enhancing recovery and prognosis.Nevertheless,conventional rehabilitation lacks specificity,particularly for elderly patients with multiple comorbidities and poor compliance,rendering it less effective.AIM To investigate the effects of systematic cardiac rehabilitation training in elderly patients with unstable angina following coronary stenting intervention.METHODS A retrospective enrollment was conducted comprising fifty-four elderly patients with unstable angina pectoris who underwent systematic cardiac rehabilitation training after receiving coronary intervention as the rehabilitation group,while fifty-three elderly patients who received basic nursing and rehabilitation guidance measures after coronary intervention were assigned to the control group.Differences in Seattle Angina Questionnaire scores,survival quality(SF-36)scores,cardiopulmonary exercise function assessment index,echocardiographic cardiac function index,and adverse cardiovascular events were compared between the two groups.RESULTS After intervention,the rehabilitation group observed greater VO2 Max,maximum metabolic equivalent,eft ventricular ejection fraction,left ventricular end-diastolic diameter and smaller left ventricular end-systolic diameter.And the rehabilitation group observed greater scores of physical activity limitation,stable angina pectoris,treatment satisfaction,and SF-36 score.The incidence of adverse cardiovascular events in the two groups,showed no significant difference.CONCLUSION Systematic cardiac rehabilitation following coronary stenting in elderly patients with unstable angina pectoris can enhance cardiac function recovery,consequently enhancing both quality of life and cardiopulmonary exercise tolerance.展开更多
BACKGROUND We frequently encounter cases of women with vasospastic angina(VSA).Additionally,some women with VSA are younger than 60 years old.However,it is unknown whether the characteristics of VSA in women aged<6...BACKGROUND We frequently encounter cases of women with vasospastic angina(VSA).Additionally,some women with VSA are younger than 60 years old.However,it is unknown whether the characteristics of VSA in women aged<60 years are different from those in women aged≥60 years.AIM To investigate and compare the clinical characteristics and prognosis of VSA in women aged<60 years from those in women aged≥60 years.METHODS We enrolled 94 women with VSA who were diagnosed using the spasm provocation test.According to the age at diagnosis,the patients were divided into two groups:Group Y(age<60 years,n=17)and Group O(age≥60 years,n=77).Flow-mediated dilation(FMD)and nitroglycerin(NTG)-induced dilation(NID)of the brachial artery were performed and assessed using brachial ultrasonography.Moreover,conventional coronary risk factors,such as atherosclerotic lesions(stenosis>20%)detected using coronary angiography and focal spasms(coronary spasm within one segment of one coronary artery),and major cardiovascular adverse events(MACE)were assessed in both groups.RESULTS Smoking was more prevalent in Group Y than in Group O(P=0.04).FMD was similar in both groups(Group O:4.3%±3.2%,Group Y:4.5%±3.3%;P=0.75),whereas NID was higher in Group Y(20.5%±8.6%)than in Group O(13.6%±5.3%,P<0.01).Atherosclerosis was not detected in Group Y but was detected in Group O(61%,P<0.01).Focal spasms were less frequent in Group Y(12%)than in Group O(38%,P=0.04).The incidence of major adverse cardiac events did not differ between the two groups(P=0.40).CONCLUSIONWomen aged < 60 years with VSA have less atherosclerotic lesions and focal spasms. These characteristicsmay be affected by smoking habits and vascular smooth muscle dysfunction.展开更多
BACKGROUND Coronary artery disease(CAD)is a leading cause of global cardiovascular morta-lity.Refractory angina pectoris,a manifestation of CAD,requires effective drug treatments.Pericarpium Trichosanthis injection,a ...BACKGROUND Coronary artery disease(CAD)is a leading cause of global cardiovascular morta-lity.Refractory angina pectoris,a manifestation of CAD,requires effective drug treatments.Pericarpium Trichosanthis injection,a traditional Chinese medicine,improves cardiovascular symptoms,while nicorandil alleviates spasms and angina.Both have potential in treating CAD.AIM To investigate the therapeutic effects of combining Pericarpium Trichosanthis injection and nicorandil in elderly patients suffering from refractory angina caused by coronary heart disease.METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted on the data of 130 patients diagnosed with refractory coronary heart disease.Based on the different treatment regimens administered during hospitalization,the patients were divided into a control group(58 cases)and a study group(72 cases).The control group received conven-tional treatment,which included aspirin,statins,and nitrate vasodilators.In addition to the conventional medication,the study group received a combination treatment of Pericarpium Trichosanthis injection and nicorandil.RESULTS After treatment,the study group showed significantly higher left ventricular ejection fraction and cardiac output,and lower brain natriuretic peptide and C-reactive protein levels compared to the control group.The study group also exhibited improvements in angina,quality of life,exercise endurance,and lipid profiles.Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed a relationship of lipid levels and heart function with the combined treatment.Some patients in the study group experienced headaches during treatment,but no significant adverse reactions were observed.Follow-up showed that the treatment was well-tolerated,with no drug-related adverse reactions detected.CONCLUSION Combination of Pericarpium Trichosanthis injection and nicorandil is more effective than conventional treatment in improving symptoms and heart function in elderly patients with refractory angina pectoris.展开更多
The angina pectoris in coronary heart disease belongs to the category of"chest impediment"in traditional Chinese medicine,and belongs to the syndrome of root deficiency with tip excess.Its main pathogenesis ...The angina pectoris in coronary heart disease belongs to the category of"chest impediment"in traditional Chinese medicine,and belongs to the syndrome of root deficiency with tip excess.Its main pathogenesis is obstruction of the heart collaterals,and treatment mainly adopts dredging collaterals and relieving pain.Based on the treatment principles of dredging collaterals with pungent,aiming at the etiology,pathogenesis and disease characteristics of angina pectoris in coronary heart disease,this article systematically analyzes the Method of Dredging Collaterals with Pungent including the methods of dredging collaterals with pungent moisture,dredging collaterals with pungent warm,dredging collaterals with pungent aroma,and dredging collaterals with insect type drugs,to provide ideas for the treatment of angina pectoris in coronary heart disease.展开更多
Background:Dengzhanxixin Injection(DZXXI)has been widely used to treat Coronary heart disease with angina pectoris patients.Therefore,the study aimed to evaluate the therapeutic efficacy and safety of DZXXI in treatin...Background:Dengzhanxixin Injection(DZXXI)has been widely used to treat Coronary heart disease with angina pectoris patients.Therefore,the study aimed to evaluate the therapeutic efficacy and safety of DZXXI in treating Coronary heart disease with angina pectoris.Methods:The Cochrane Library,the China National Knowledge Infrastructure database,the Wanfang database,the VIP database,the PubMed database,the Medline database,the EMBASE database,and Clinical Trial were used to search literatures up to August 2022.Results:The results showed that DZXXI combined with conventional therapy were significant in clinical efficacy(relative risk(RR)=1.23,95%cerebral infarction(CI):1.18,1.29;P<0.01)and electrocardiogram curative effect(RR=1.35,95%CI:1.24-1.47;P<0.01),even the subgroup of the DZXXI≤20 ml showed the largest difference.In addition,DZXXI combined with conventional therapy could lower the level of triacylglycerol(mean difference(MD)=−0.63,95%CI:−0.72,−0.55;P<0.01),total cholesterol(MD=−1.18,95%CI:−1.28,−1.09;P<0.01)and low density lipoprotein-cholesterol(MD=−0.98,95%CI:−1.08,−0.88;P<0.01),improve the level of high density lipoprotein-cholesterol(MD=0.41,95%CI:0.33,0.49;P<0.01),blood viscosity(MD=−1.09,95%CI:−1.32,−1.86,P<0.01),plasma viscosity(MD=−0.11,95%CI:−0.11,−0.11,P<0.01)and fibrin(MD=−1.50,95%CI:−1.53,−1.47,P<0.01).Conclusion:These findings revealed that there was more efficacious in DZXXI combined with conventional therapy than that in conventional therapy for the Coronary heart disease with angina pectoris and low dose of DZXXI might be suggested.展开更多
文摘Objective:To analyze the effect of using continuity of care for elderly patients with coronary heart disease(CHD)with unstable angina pectoris(UAP)and its impact on their quality of life.Methods:100 cases of elderly patients with CHD with UAP admitted to our hospital from March 2022 to March 2023 were selected and grouped into an observation group and a control group of 50 cases each according to the randomized number table method.The nursing effect and quality of life of the observation group(continuity nursing)and the control group(routine nursing)were compared.Results:The total effective rate of nursing care was 96.00%observation group and 80.00%for the control group,and the differences were significant(χ2=6.061,P<0.05).Patients in the observation group had fewer episodes(1.42±0.21)times/week and a shorter duration(5.46±0.39)min,which were better than the control group(t=3.465,2.973;P<0.05).The depression self-rating depression scale(SDS)score(42.16±6.64)and anxiety self-rating scale(SAS)score(32.26±7.35)in the observation group were lower and the quality of life was higher as compared to that of the control group(P<0.05).Conclusion:Continuous nursing care improved the nursing effect of elderly CHD with UAP patients,promoted the alleviation of UAP symptoms,improved patient mentality,and improved their quality of life.Hence,continuous nursing care possesses significant clinical application value.
文摘BACKGROUND Coronary stent implantation is usually used to treat unstable angina to alleviate stenosis or occlusion,promoting blood flow restoration and alleviating symptoms such as myocardial ischemia.And postoperative cardiac rehabilitation is essential for enhancing recovery and prognosis.Nevertheless,conventional rehabilitation lacks specificity,particularly for elderly patients with multiple comorbidities and poor compliance,rendering it less effective.AIM To investigate the effects of systematic cardiac rehabilitation training in elderly patients with unstable angina following coronary stenting intervention.METHODS A retrospective enrollment was conducted comprising fifty-four elderly patients with unstable angina pectoris who underwent systematic cardiac rehabilitation training after receiving coronary intervention as the rehabilitation group,while fifty-three elderly patients who received basic nursing and rehabilitation guidance measures after coronary intervention were assigned to the control group.Differences in Seattle Angina Questionnaire scores,survival quality(SF-36)scores,cardiopulmonary exercise function assessment index,echocardiographic cardiac function index,and adverse cardiovascular events were compared between the two groups.RESULTS After intervention,the rehabilitation group observed greater VO2 Max,maximum metabolic equivalent,eft ventricular ejection fraction,left ventricular end-diastolic diameter and smaller left ventricular end-systolic diameter.And the rehabilitation group observed greater scores of physical activity limitation,stable angina pectoris,treatment satisfaction,and SF-36 score.The incidence of adverse cardiovascular events in the two groups,showed no significant difference.CONCLUSION Systematic cardiac rehabilitation following coronary stenting in elderly patients with unstable angina pectoris can enhance cardiac function recovery,consequently enhancing both quality of life and cardiopulmonary exercise tolerance.
文摘BACKGROUND We frequently encounter cases of women with vasospastic angina(VSA).Additionally,some women with VSA are younger than 60 years old.However,it is unknown whether the characteristics of VSA in women aged<60 years are different from those in women aged≥60 years.AIM To investigate and compare the clinical characteristics and prognosis of VSA in women aged<60 years from those in women aged≥60 years.METHODS We enrolled 94 women with VSA who were diagnosed using the spasm provocation test.According to the age at diagnosis,the patients were divided into two groups:Group Y(age<60 years,n=17)and Group O(age≥60 years,n=77).Flow-mediated dilation(FMD)and nitroglycerin(NTG)-induced dilation(NID)of the brachial artery were performed and assessed using brachial ultrasonography.Moreover,conventional coronary risk factors,such as atherosclerotic lesions(stenosis>20%)detected using coronary angiography and focal spasms(coronary spasm within one segment of one coronary artery),and major cardiovascular adverse events(MACE)were assessed in both groups.RESULTS Smoking was more prevalent in Group Y than in Group O(P=0.04).FMD was similar in both groups(Group O:4.3%±3.2%,Group Y:4.5%±3.3%;P=0.75),whereas NID was higher in Group Y(20.5%±8.6%)than in Group O(13.6%±5.3%,P<0.01).Atherosclerosis was not detected in Group Y but was detected in Group O(61%,P<0.01).Focal spasms were less frequent in Group Y(12%)than in Group O(38%,P=0.04).The incidence of major adverse cardiac events did not differ between the two groups(P=0.40).CONCLUSIONWomen aged < 60 years with VSA have less atherosclerotic lesions and focal spasms. These characteristicsmay be affected by smoking habits and vascular smooth muscle dysfunction.
文摘BACKGROUND Coronary artery disease(CAD)is a leading cause of global cardiovascular morta-lity.Refractory angina pectoris,a manifestation of CAD,requires effective drug treatments.Pericarpium Trichosanthis injection,a traditional Chinese medicine,improves cardiovascular symptoms,while nicorandil alleviates spasms and angina.Both have potential in treating CAD.AIM To investigate the therapeutic effects of combining Pericarpium Trichosanthis injection and nicorandil in elderly patients suffering from refractory angina caused by coronary heart disease.METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted on the data of 130 patients diagnosed with refractory coronary heart disease.Based on the different treatment regimens administered during hospitalization,the patients were divided into a control group(58 cases)and a study group(72 cases).The control group received conven-tional treatment,which included aspirin,statins,and nitrate vasodilators.In addition to the conventional medication,the study group received a combination treatment of Pericarpium Trichosanthis injection and nicorandil.RESULTS After treatment,the study group showed significantly higher left ventricular ejection fraction and cardiac output,and lower brain natriuretic peptide and C-reactive protein levels compared to the control group.The study group also exhibited improvements in angina,quality of life,exercise endurance,and lipid profiles.Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed a relationship of lipid levels and heart function with the combined treatment.Some patients in the study group experienced headaches during treatment,but no significant adverse reactions were observed.Follow-up showed that the treatment was well-tolerated,with no drug-related adverse reactions detected.CONCLUSION Combination of Pericarpium Trichosanthis injection and nicorandil is more effective than conventional treatment in improving symptoms and heart function in elderly patients with refractory angina pectoris.
基金Supported by the Youth Science Fund Project of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(30304117474)Scientific Research Project of Shanghai Municipal Health Commission(202040308)。
文摘The angina pectoris in coronary heart disease belongs to the category of"chest impediment"in traditional Chinese medicine,and belongs to the syndrome of root deficiency with tip excess.Its main pathogenesis is obstruction of the heart collaterals,and treatment mainly adopts dredging collaterals and relieving pain.Based on the treatment principles of dredging collaterals with pungent,aiming at the etiology,pathogenesis and disease characteristics of angina pectoris in coronary heart disease,this article systematically analyzes the Method of Dredging Collaterals with Pungent including the methods of dredging collaterals with pungent moisture,dredging collaterals with pungent warm,dredging collaterals with pungent aroma,and dredging collaterals with insect type drugs,to provide ideas for the treatment of angina pectoris in coronary heart disease.
基金supported by Wuxi Municipal Health Commission(M202027)Wuxi Science and Technology Bureau(N20202022).
文摘Background:Dengzhanxixin Injection(DZXXI)has been widely used to treat Coronary heart disease with angina pectoris patients.Therefore,the study aimed to evaluate the therapeutic efficacy and safety of DZXXI in treating Coronary heart disease with angina pectoris.Methods:The Cochrane Library,the China National Knowledge Infrastructure database,the Wanfang database,the VIP database,the PubMed database,the Medline database,the EMBASE database,and Clinical Trial were used to search literatures up to August 2022.Results:The results showed that DZXXI combined with conventional therapy were significant in clinical efficacy(relative risk(RR)=1.23,95%cerebral infarction(CI):1.18,1.29;P<0.01)and electrocardiogram curative effect(RR=1.35,95%CI:1.24-1.47;P<0.01),even the subgroup of the DZXXI≤20 ml showed the largest difference.In addition,DZXXI combined with conventional therapy could lower the level of triacylglycerol(mean difference(MD)=−0.63,95%CI:−0.72,−0.55;P<0.01),total cholesterol(MD=−1.18,95%CI:−1.28,−1.09;P<0.01)and low density lipoprotein-cholesterol(MD=−0.98,95%CI:−1.08,−0.88;P<0.01),improve the level of high density lipoprotein-cholesterol(MD=0.41,95%CI:0.33,0.49;P<0.01),blood viscosity(MD=−1.09,95%CI:−1.32,−1.86,P<0.01),plasma viscosity(MD=−0.11,95%CI:−0.11,−0.11,P<0.01)and fibrin(MD=−1.50,95%CI:−1.53,−1.47,P<0.01).Conclusion:These findings revealed that there was more efficacious in DZXXI combined with conventional therapy than that in conventional therapy for the Coronary heart disease with angina pectoris and low dose of DZXXI might be suggested.
文摘目的探究益气活血汤对不稳定型心绞痛(Unstable angina pectoris,UAP)老年患者的疗效及对其血流动力学和心电图的影响。方法选取2019年5月-2022年6月期间大连市友谊医院老年医学中心老年病科收治的92例UAP老年患者,按随机数字表法分为对照组和观察组,每组各46例。对照组给予常规治疗,观察组在对照组基础上给予益气活血汤治疗,均持续治疗4周。观察比较两组患者临床疗效、心电图改善情况,治疗前后血脂[总胆固醇(Total cholesterol,TC)、甘油三酯(Triglyceride,TG)、高密度脂蛋白胆固醇(High density lipoprotein cholesterol,HDL-C)、低密度脂蛋白胆固醇(Low density lipoprotein cholesterol,LDL-C)]水平、血流动力学(全血还原黏度、纤维蛋白原、红细胞聚集指数、血浆黏度)指标及不良反应发生情况。结果治疗后观察组临床总有效率91.30%(42/46)明显高于对照组73.91%(34/46),差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。治疗后两组患者血脂TC、TG、LDL-C水平均较治疗前降低,HDL-C水平较治疗前升高,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);且观察组TC、TG、LDL-C水平均明显低于对照组,HDL-C水平明显高于对照组,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。治疗后两组患者全血还原黏度、红细胞聚集指数、纤维蛋白原、血浆黏度均较治疗前降低,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);且观察组血流动力学指标明显低于对照组,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。治疗后观察组心电图改善总有效率86.96%(40/46)明显高于对照组67.39%(31/46),差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。治疗期间,两组患者不良反应发生率比较,差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。结论益气活血汤治疗老年UAP的疗效显著,可有效改善患者血流动力学指标和心电图情况。
