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A recent study conducted at Staten Island University Hospital in New York examined the relationship between heart failure (HF) and the risk of infective endocarditis (IE) in individuals with permanent pacemakers (PPM). The study found that patients with HF were 1.30 times more likely to develop IE compared to those without HF. Even after matching for age, gender, and comorbidities, HF was still independently associated with an increased risk of IE. The researchers suggest that larger studies are needed to confirm these findings and evaluate the need for antimicrobial prophylaxis in this population. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Staten Island University Hospital explored the potential association between primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) and the risk of ischemic stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). The researchers used data from the Nationwide Inpatient Sample Database to conduct a retrospective cohort study on adults with AF, stratifying the participants based on the presence of PHPT. Demographic information, co-morbidities, and hospitalization details were extracted using International Classification of Diseases, Tenth revision codes. The study's findings suggest that nontraditional risk factors, such as PHPT, may play a role in modifying the risk of stroke in patients with AF. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill compared patient satisfaction with completing paper versus electronic evaluations of healthcare providers. The study found that patients were equally satisfied with both methods, regardless of age or other demographics. The evaluations were completed quickly during clinic visits, and the researchers concluded that requesting feedback from patients through multiple modalities is feasible in a diverse patient population. The study provides valuable insights into the use of technology in clinical research and its impact on patient satisfaction. [Extracted from the article]