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Coronary Microvascular Dysfunction (CMD) is defined as the limitation of coronary flow in the absence of obstructive epicardial lesions, driven by impaired arteriolar vasodilatory capacity. Diagnosis remains a clinical challenge. Transthoracic Doppler Echocardiography (TTDE) allows for the non-invasive quantification of Coronary Flow Velocity Reserve (CFVR), providing a reliable functional…

Background : Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) with third generation devices has become the standard of care for many patients with severe aortic stenosis. Stroke is a non-negligible complication after TAVI that may affect post-procedural and long-term outcomes, leading to disability. However, comparative data on neurological outcomes across different…

BACKGROUND: Cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) infections are most often caused by staphylococci and, once established, usually require complete hardware removal. Gram-negative pathogens are uncommon; when ESBL producers are involved, timely targeted therapy and reimplant planning become even more challenging. CASE PRESENTATION: A 75-year-old man with diabetes, stage 3…

Takotsubo Syndrome (TTS) is an acute, reversible form of non-ischemic cardiomyopathy characterized by transient left ventricular systolic dysfunction that mimics acute coronary syndrome without obstructive coronary artery disease. It is typically triggered by intense emotional or physical stress, resulting in catecholamine-mediated myocardial stunning. TTS commonly presents with acute chest…

Introduction: The management of mitral infective endocarditis associated with large vegetations and embolic complications generally involves a combined medical and surgical approach. However, in selected cases, antibiotic therapy alone may lead to a favorable outcome. We report a case of significant regression of a mitral vegetation in a patient…