ECG of the Month

What does the above Holter demonstrate?
Why is the PR interval prolonged for some of the sinus beats?
The Answer: 
What does this Holter demonstrate?
  1. Interpolated PVCs – these are ventricular ectopics that occur between two sinus beats without a pause.

  2. A phenomenon called concealed conduction where the PVCs penetrate retrogradely to the AV node – it is concealed because the only evidence that this has occurred is ‘indirect’ – ie. PR interval prolongation in the subsequent sinus beats (*).

Heart Failure Research Review: Issue 78, with commentary by Dr Mark Nolan

In this edition:

–  Dapagliflozin in HF with mildly reduced/preserved EF: HF events
–  AF ablation for HFPEF
–  Uptitrating treatment after HF hospitalisation across LVEF spectrum
–  ARNI for mildly reduced/preserved EF and worsening HF
–   HF hospitalisations with tablet-based telemonitoring added to phone management
–  SGLT-2 inhibitors vs. sitagliptin in HF and type 2 diabetes
–  Importance of cystatin C in estimating GFR
–  Skeletal muscle mitochondrial respiration and exercise intolerance in HFPEF
–  Autonomic regulation therapy in chronic HF with preserved/mildly reduced EF
–  HF care quality and outcomes at US hospitals with high proportions of Black patients

Download Heart Failure Research Review Issue 78, with commentary by Dr Mark Nolan 

CSANZ Postgraduate Research Scholarships

The CSANZ Postgraduate Research Scholarships are intended to provide support for CSANZ Members who wish to pursue a career in cardiovascular research.

Awarded only to those whose research is to be conducted in Australia or New Zealand.  The value of the Scholarship will be equivalent to that of the NHMRC Postgraduate Scholarship (depending on the successful candidate’s academic qualifications).

See further details and application instructions here.

Closing date for applications is 5pm Monday 9 October, 2023.

Australian Cardiovascular Risk Guidelines

The Australian Cardiovascular Risk Guidelines were launched in Canberra on Thursday, 20 July.  Health stakeholders gathered as the Hon Mark Butler MP, Minister for Health and Aged Care, (centre) launched the country’s new Guideline and calculator for assessing and managing cardiovascular disease risk.  Also pictured (left) is Prof Garry Jennings, Chief Medical Advisor, National Heart Foundation of Australia.

Access the CVD Risk Guidelines here: www.cvdcheck.org.au

Call for Expressions of Interest – Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

The Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand is collaborating with CSANZ to develop a Joint Position Statement on the Diagnosis and Management of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH).

The purpose of the Position Statement is to provide concise, practical and evidence-based recommendations for the diagnosis and management of PAH. The Position Statement will provide a framework to ensure a consistent standard of care for patients with PAH.

CSANZ is inviting expressions of interest from members to join the Writing Group.  The group will comprise a  diverse representation including geographical spread, gender, discipline, and experience.

Click here for further details.

CSANZ Council symposia and AGM programs

CSANZ Council symposia and AGMs will be held on Thursday, 3 August 2023.

Click here for the full list of symposia or on the links below to view the detailed programs.
·       Cardiac Imaging
·       Cardiovascular Genetic Diseases
·       Cardiovascular Nursing
·       Clinical Trials
·       Heart Rhythm/EP

CSANZ Program       Register here

ANZET Program     Register here

Launch of the Australian Cardiovascular Risk Guidelines

The Australian Cardiovascular Risk Guidelines were launched in Canberra on Thursday, 20 July.  Health stakeholders gathered as the Hon Mark Butler MP, Minister for Health and Aged Care, (centre) launched the country’s new Guideline and calculator for assessing and managing cardiovascular disease risk.  Also pictured (left) is Prof Garry Jennings, Chief Medical Advisor, National Heart Foundation of Australia.

Access the CVD Risk Guidelines here: www.cvdcheck.org.au

Cardiology Research Review NZ: Issue 107, with commentary by Prof Alexander Sasse

In this issue:

  • Benefits of CRT differ according to QRS characteristics
  • Intravascular imaging-guided vs angiography-guided complex PCI
  • Transcatheter repair of tricuspid regurgitation
  • Routine invasive vs conservative strategy in frail older adults
    with NSTEMI
  • Influenza vaccination as prevention therapy for patients with stable coronary artery disease
  • Artificial intelligence vs sonographer assessment of cardiac function
  • Up-titration of guideline-directed medical therapies for acute
    HF in elderly patients
  • Five-year follow-up after transcatheter repair of secondary mitral regurgitation
  • Family screening for bicuspid aortic valve and aortic dilatation
  • Remote haemodynamic monitoring of pulmonary artery pressure in
    HF patients

Download Cardiology Research Review NZ: Issue107, with commentary by Prof Alexander Sasse (pdf)

CSANZ Indigenous Travel Scholarship to the 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting 

Apply now for a CSANZ Indigenous Travel Scholarship to the 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting

The purpose of the Indigenous Travel Scholarships is to assist Indigenous Members of CSANZ attend the 2023 CSANZ Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) to be held in Adelaide, South Australia, from 3-6 August.

The awards will enable talented individuals’ attendance at the ASM to further develop research and clinical knowledge and expertise and to build professional networks.

The value of each award will differ depending on the budget requested, place of residence and number of applications received.

Eligibility

  • Aboriginal, Torres Strait Island, Māori or Pacific People who are Members of CSANZ registered to attend the 2023 CSANZ ASM in Adelaide.
  • Working or studying in a clinical area of cardiology or cardiothoracic surgery, working in an area where there is a large caseload of patients with cardiac conditions, or a researcher in the area of cardiology.
  • Applicants must reside outside of the State in which the ASM is being held.

See here for further details and how to apply.Indigneous travel awards

Applications close on Friday 21 July, 2023.

 

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