VITAL Trial Vitamin D Summary The VITAL trial aimed to investigate whether supplementation with vitamin D reduces the risk of cancer or cardiovascular disease. It was a nationwide, randomized, placebo-controlled trial conducted with a two-by-two factorial design, including vitamin D3 … Read More
Cardiovascular Disease
VOYAGER PAD Trial: Rivaroxaban in PAD after Revascularization
VOYAGER PAD Trial Summary The VOYAGER PAD trial aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of rivaroxaban, a factor Xa inhibitor, in patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD) who had undergone lower-extremity revascularization. Patients with PAD who have undergone revascularization … Read More
WARFASA Trial: Aspirin for Preventing the Recurrence of VTE
WARFASA Trial Summary The WARFASA trial aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of aspirin in preventing recurrent venous thromboembolism (VTE) in patients who had previously experienced an unprovoked VTE event. Approximately 20% of patients with unprovoked VTE experience a recurrence within … Read More
WASID Trial Summary: Warfarin and Aspirin for Symptomatic Intracranial Arterial Stenosis
WASID Trial Summary The WASID trial sought to compare the effectiveness of warfarin and aspirin in the treatment of atherosclerotic intracranial arterial stenosis, a significant cause of stroke. While warfarin is often preferred over aspirin for this condition, the two … Read More
WOEST Trial Summary: Clopidogrel with or without aspirin in patients taking oral anticoagulant therapy and undergoing PCI
WOEST Trial Summary The WOEST trial, a groundbreaking study published in The Lancet, has shed light on a significant issue faced by patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) while taking oral anticoagulants. Traditionally, triple therapy involving aspirin and clopidogrel has … Read More
WOSCOPS Trial: Pravastatin’s Role in Reducing the Incidence of MI and Death
WOSCOPS Trial Summary “The WOSCOPS Trial: Pravastatin’s Role in Reducing the Incidence of Myocardial Infarction and Death from Cardiovascular Causes” The West of Scotland Coronary Prevention Study (WOSCOPS) has significantly contributed to our understanding of the role of pravastatin in … Read More
WRAP-IT Trial: Utilizing Antibiotic-Eluting Envelopes to Reduce Infections After Cardiac Device Implantation
WRAP-IT Trial Summary Infections following the placement of cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) can lead to significant morbidity and mortality. Although preoperative antibiotics are a standard prophylactic strategy, evidence for other preventive approaches is limited. The WRAP-IT trial sought to … Read More
PROMINENT Trial: Evaluating the Efficacy of Pemafibrate in Reducing Cardiovascular Events
High levels of triglycerides, a type of fat found in the blood, have been connected to an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases. The question of whether decreasing these levels can reduce the incidence of cardiovascular events has been under investigation. … Read More
A New Frontier in Heart Failure Management: A Comprehensive Review of Landmark Clinical Trials on SGLT2 Inhibitors
Explore the transformative clinical trials that have solidified the role of SGLT2 inhibitors in heart failure management and their potential to redefine the treatment landscape. Introduction Heart failure is a complex clinical syndrome associated with significant morbidity and mortality. In … Read More
Navigating the New Era: Landmark Clinical Trials on Eliquis (Apixaban) for Anticoagulation in Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a prevalent cardiac arrhythmia that significantly elevates the risk of stroke and systemic embolism. As a result, effective anticoagulation therapy is crucial for managing AFib patients. Over the past decade, novel oral anticoagulants (NOACs) have challenged … Read More