JACC This Week

This special issue of JACC is dedicated to the essential role of cardiovascular surgery in advancing modern cardiology.

This special issue of JACC is dedicated to the essential role of cardiovascular surgery in advancing modern cardiology.

This special issue of JACC is dedicated to the essential role of cardiovascular surgery in advancing modern cardiology.

This special issue of JACC is dedicated to the essential role of cardiovascular surgery in advancing modern cardiology.

In this recording introducing the Japanese-language series of videos, JACC Executive Associate Editor Mitsuaki Sawano, MD, speaks with Shun Kohsaka, MD, FACC, and Shingo Matsumoto, MD, on topics from the effect of US government funding cuts on Japanese researchers to an in-depth discussion of the FINE-ARTS trial published in JACC, "Initial Decline in Glomerular Filtration Rate with Finerenone in HFpEF and HFmrEF: A Pre-Specified Analysis of FINEARTS-HF".

In this second entry in the JACC-Baran Japanese language series, JACC Executive Associate Editor Mitsuaki Sawano, MD, Shun Kohsaka, MD, FACC, and Yuichi Shimada, MD, MPH, speak on topics ranging from all things Super Bowl to Dr. Shimada's recently published JACC paper, Comprehensive Proteomic Profiling of Human Myocardium Reveals Signaling Pathways Dysregulated in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.

Dr. Valentin Fuster discusses the February 2025 issue of JACC, which focuses on advancements in heart failure research. The discussion covers five key sections: heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, cardiac amyloidosis, standardization of kidney function, and ICD therapy for primary prevention in heart failure patients. Experts explore emerging therapies, diagnostic thresholds, and the potential impact of blood pressure and genetics on patient outcomes, underscoring the need for comprehensive approaches in managing these complex conditions.

Don't miss this new editorial from Harlan M Krumholz, MD, SM, FACC, FAHA, and Joshua D. Wallach, PhD, MS, which discusses the transformative role of preprints in scientific publishing, particularly in cardiovascular research, highlighting their potential to accelerate discoveries, foster collaboration, and increase transparency. It outlines the updated policy of the JACC that encourages authors to post preprints before submission, emphasizes transparency and version control, and integrates with medRxiv for seamless submission processes. The piece also addresses concerns about preprints, emphasizing their rigorous screening process and the benefits for authors in terms of visibility, feedback, and research quality.

In this episode of JACC, Dr. Valentin Fuster explore the 2024 ACC Expert Consensus on arrhythmia monitoring following a stroke, outlining critical insights on stroke types, arrhythmia detection, and anticoagulation strategies. The discussion highlights the complexities of identifying atrial fibrillation post-stroke and the challenges of choosing optimal antithrombotic therapy in diverse stroke cases.

In this podcast, Dr. Valentin Fuster introduces a detailed review on managing coronary stent under-expansion, a critical issue that increases risks like restenosis and myocardial infarction. The discussion highlights the causes, challenges, and treatment strategies for under-expanded stents, emphasizing the importance of intravascular imaging and individualized approaches to optimize patient outcomes.