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  1. Article: A Classic Pattern of Type 1 Brugada Syndrome on ECG: A Case Report.

    Elkattawy, Sherif / Romero, Jesus / Romero, Ana L / Elkattawy, Omar / Sodhi, Sohail / Shamoon, Fayez

    Journal of community hospital internal medicine perspectives

    2023  Volume 13, Issue 4, Page(s) 88–90

    Abstract: Brugada syndrome is an inherited disorder characterized by a channelopathy of cardiac sodium, potassium, and calcium channel. The pathophysiology of this disorder is not completely elucidated yet, however, most of the reported cases are caused by a ... ...

    Abstract Brugada syndrome is an inherited disorder characterized by a channelopathy of cardiac sodium, potassium, and calcium channel. The pathophysiology of this disorder is not completely elucidated yet, however, most of the reported cases are caused by a pathogenic alteration in the SCN5A gene, leading to the malfunction of cardiac sodium channels. Several stressors are well known to unmask this pathology including fever and electrolytes imbalance. Three ECG patterns are frequently described in the literature, type 1, type 2, and type 3. However, only the type 1 pattern is considered diagnostic of Brugada syndrome in the appropriate clinical context. Therapeutic strategies can range from conservative medical management with antiarrhythmic medications to Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (AICD) placement. Prompt recognition is of utmost importance since this pathology can rapidly evolve into life-threatening arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death. Here we present a case of a 22-year-old male who presented after a syncopal episode and was found to have Brugada syndrome in the setting of Influenza A infection.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-29
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2616884-4
    ISSN 2000-9666
    ISSN 2000-9666
    DOI 10.55729/2000-9666.1187
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  2. Article: Ventricular Tachycardia in Patients With Peripartum Cardiomyopathy: Prevalence, Predictors, and Associated In-Hospital Adverse Events.

    Elkattawy, Omar / Sabra, Ahmed / Patel, Sanjna / Elkattawy, Sherif / Delorenzo, Julia / Kumar, Navina / Abdeen, Mariam / Elsamna, Hassan / Shamoon, Fayez

    Cureus

    2024  Volume 16, Issue 3, Page(s) e56386

    Abstract: Introduction  The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of ventricular tachycardia (VT) among patients admitted with peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) as well as to analyze the independent association of VT with in-hospital outcomes among ... ...

    Abstract Introduction  The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of ventricular tachycardia (VT) among patients admitted with peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) as well as to analyze the independent association of VT with in-hospital outcomes among PPCM patients. Methods Data were obtained from the National Inpatient Sample from January 2016 to December 2019. We assessed predictors of VT in patients admitted with PPCM. We also assessed the independent association of VT with clinical outcomes among patients admitted with PPCM. Results From 2016 to 2019, 4730 patients with PPCM were reported to the national inpatient sample database, 309 of which developed VT (6.5%). Using multivariate analysis, we found predictors of VT to include patient characteristics and factors such as age (adjusted OR (aOR)=1.020, p=0.023), chronic kidney disease (aOR=1.440, p=0.048), coagulopathy (aOR=1.964, p=0.006), and atrial fibrillation (aOR=3.965, p<0.001). Conversely, pre-eclampsia was significantly associated with a decreased risk of VT in PPCM patients (aOR=0.218, p=0.001).  Conclusion  In a large cohort of patients admitted with peripartum cardiomyopathy, we found the prevalence of VT to be 6.5%. Risk factors for VT in this patient population included conditions such as coagulopathy and atrial fibrillation.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-18
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.56386
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  3. Article: The Impact of Congestive Heart Failure on Outcomes in Patients Hospitalized With Preeclampsia.

    Elkattawy, Omar / Patel, Saahil / Montoya, Javier / Sarfaraz, Kanzah / Alabed, Sedra / Gobji, Omar / Elkattawy, Sherif / Romero, Jesus / Shamoon, Fayez

    Cureus

    2024  Volume 16, Issue 3, Page(s) e56387

    Abstract: Introduction: The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of congestive heart failure (CHF) among patients admitted with preeclampsia as well as to analyze the independent association of CHF with in-hospital outcomes among women with ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of congestive heart failure (CHF) among patients admitted with preeclampsia as well as to analyze the independent association of CHF with in-hospital outcomes among women with preeclampsia.
    Methods: Data were obtained from the National (Nationwide) Inpatient Sample (NIS) from January 2016 to December 2019. We assessed the independent association of CHF with outcomes in patients admitted with preeclampsia. Predictors of mortality in patients admitted with preeclampsia were also analyzed.
    Results: Women with preeclampsia in the United States between 2016 and 2019 were included in our analysis. A total of 256,010 cases were isolated, comprising 1150 patients with preeclampsia and CHF (0.45%). Multivariate analysis demonstrated that CHF in patients with preeclampsia was independently associated with several outcomes, among them cardiac arrest (adjusted OR (aOR) 4.635, p=0.004), ventricular tachycardia (aOR 17.487, p<0.001), pulmonary embolism (aOR 6.987, p<0.001), and eclampsia (aOR 2.503, p=0.011). Conversely, we found CHF to be protective against postpartum hemorrhage (aOR 0.665, p=0.003). Among the predictors of mortality in preeclampsia are age (aOR 1.062, p=0.022), Asian or Pacific Islander race (aOR 4.695, p=0.001), and CHF (aOR 25.457, p<0.001).  Conclusions: In a large cohort of patients admitted with preeclampsia, we found the prevalence of CHF to be 0.45%. CHF was associated with several adverse outcomes as well as increased length of stay.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-18
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.56387
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  4. Article: Ventricular Tachycardia in Patients With Pre-eclampsia: Prevalence, Predictors, and Associated In-Hospital Adverse Events.

    Elkattawy, Omar / Malke, Keanaan / Mothy, David / Tran, Aaron / Elkattawy, Sherif / Rab, Sayeeda / Zidat, Ammar / Mohamed, Omar / Shamoon, Fayez

    Cureus

    2024  Volume 16, Issue 3, Page(s) e56717

    Abstract: Introduction Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy-associated multisystem disorder; in rare cases, it can be complicated by arrhythmias such as ventricular tachycardia (VT). The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence and predictors of VT among ... ...

    Abstract Introduction Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy-associated multisystem disorder; in rare cases, it can be complicated by arrhythmias such as ventricular tachycardia (VT). The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence and predictors of VT among patients admitted with pre-eclampsia as well as to analyze the independent association of VT with in-hospital outcomes in this population. Methods Data were obtained from the National Inpatient Sample from January 2016 to December 2019. Patients with a primary diagnosis of pre-eclampsia were selected using International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) codes. Subsequently, the study population was divided into patients who developed VT versus patients who did not develop this complication. We then assessed the predictors of VT in women with pre-eclampsia as well as the independent association of VT with outcomes taking into account confounders such as age, race, and comorbidities. Results Of 255,946 patients with pre-eclampsia, 92 developed VT (0.04%) during their hospital stay. Multivariate logistic regression showed that patients with VT were far more likely to develop cardiac arrest (adjusted odds ratio, or aOR: 92.582, 95% CI: 30.958-276.871, p=0.001), require permanent pacemaker implantation (aOR: 41.866, 95% CI: 14.800-118.432, p=0.001), develop postpartum hemorrhage (aOR: 2.932, 95% CI: 1.655-5.196, p=0.001), and require left heart catheterization (aOR: 19.508, 95% CI: 3.261-116.708, p=0.001). Predictors of VT included being African American (aOR: 1.939, 95% CI: 1.183-3.177, p=0.009), cerebrovascular disease (aOR: 23.109, 95% CI: 6.953-76.802, p=0.001), congestive heart failure (aOR: 50.340, 95% CI: 28.829-87.901, p=0.001), atrial fibrillation (aOR: 20.148, 95% CI: 6.179-65.690, p=0.001), and obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA (aOR: 3.951, 95% CI: 1.486-10.505, p=0.006). Patients in the VT cohort were found to have an increased length of hospital stay compared to the non-VT cohort (7.16 vs. 4.13 days, p=0.001). Conclusion In a large cohort of women admitted with pre-eclampsia, we found the prevalence of VT to be <1%. Predictors of VT included conditions such as atrial fibrillation, congestive heart failure, and OSA and being African American. VT was found to be independently associated with several adverse outcomes as well as an increased length of hospital stay.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-22
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.56717
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  5. Article: A case of improved oxygenation in SARS-CoV-2 positive patient on nasal cannula undergoing prone positioning.

    Elkattawy, Sherif / Noori, Muhammad

    Respiratory medicine case reports

    2020  Volume 30, Page(s) 101070

    Abstract: Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has resulted in significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. It has placed societal and financial burden on the globe. Its rapid progressions from ... ...

    Abstract Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has resulted in significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. It has placed societal and financial burden on the globe. Its rapid progressions from mild URI symptoms to severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) in a matter of days is the underlying reason as to why the world is struggling to keep up with ventilator production. In this case report, we went about proning a corona virus positive patient for 6-8hrs as a potential early intervention to prevent progression to ARDS. Our patient was initially in acute hypoxemic respiratory failure and placed on nasal cannula. He was started on hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin with no improvement of symptoms. However within the span of few hours of proning he experienced significant symptomatic relief with improvement of oxygenation. His oxygen saturation improved drastically and eventually was taken off of nasal cannula and discharged within span of one day of proning.
    Keywords covid19
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-05-04
    Publishing country England
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2666110-X
    ISSN 2213-0071
    ISSN 2213-0071
    DOI 10.1016/j.rmcr.2020.101070
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  6. Article: Contained Left Ventricular Free Wall Rupture Following a Silent Myocardial Infarction.

    Elkattawy, Sherif / Romero, Jesus / Romero, Ana L / Elkattawy, Omar / Patel, Roma / Shamoon, Razan / Shamoon, Fayez

    Journal of community hospital internal medicine perspectives

    2023  Volume 13, Issue 6, Page(s) 5–7

    Abstract: A left ventricular pseudoaneurysm (LVP) is defined as an outpouching contained by the surrounding pericardium. Clinical presentation is often unspecific with patients presenting with chest pain, dyspnea, symptoms consistent with heart failure, and post- ... ...

    Abstract A left ventricular pseudoaneurysm (LVP) is defined as an outpouching contained by the surrounding pericardium. Clinical presentation is often unspecific with patients presenting with chest pain, dyspnea, symptoms consistent with heart failure, and post-myocardial infarction. Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging represents an important tool for differentiating a pseudoaneurysm from a true aneurysm. Furthermore, multiple imagining modalities are available, including transesophageal and transthoracic echocardiogram and contrast ventriculography, which remains the gold standard diagnostic technique. Early recognition and prompt surgical management are of utmost importance in patients with acute and symptomatic LVP. On the other hand, medical management may be considered in patients with chronic and small pseudoaneurysms. Here, we are presenting a 74-year-old lady who presented with chest pain and was found to have a chronic and small LVP which was managed conservatively.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-04
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2616884-4
    ISSN 2000-9666
    ISSN 2000-9666
    DOI 10.55729/2000-9666.1240
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  7. Article: Levine's Sign Points to Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection in a Healthy Young Male.

    Mohammadian, Mahsa / Shah, Dhaval / Santana, Melvin / Elkattawy, Sherif / Jesani, Shruti

    Cureus

    2022  Volume 14, Issue 5, Page(s) e24893

    Abstract: Levine's sign is a universal sign of ischemic chest pain, defined as an individual holding a clenched fist over the chest that has a low sensitivity but is relatively specific for ischemia. Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is a ... ...

    Abstract Levine's sign is a universal sign of ischemic chest pain, defined as an individual holding a clenched fist over the chest that has a low sensitivity but is relatively specific for ischemia. Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is a nonatherosclerotic and a very unusual cause of acute myocardial infarction.In literature,
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    Publishing date 2022-05-10
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
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    DOI 10.7759/cureus.24893
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  8. Article ; Online: Myocardial Infarction Presenting as Both Left Ventricular Aneurysm and Ventricular Septal Defect.

    Khandait, Harshwardhan / Elkattawy, Sherif / Romero, Jesus E / Romero, Ana L / Abboud, Rachel / Shamoon, Yezin F / Elkattawy, Omar / Elhouda Elassa, Nour / Musleh, Gamal / Shamoon, Fayez E / Joshi, Meherwan

    European journal of case reports in internal medicine

    2024  Volume 11, Issue 3, Page(s) 4145

    Abstract: Acute myocardial infarction can result in various mechanical complications, although they have become rare with the advent of reperfusion therapies. Among these complications, ventricular septal rupture (VSR) and left ventricular aneurysm (LVA) are ... ...

    Abstract Acute myocardial infarction can result in various mechanical complications, although they have become rare with the advent of reperfusion therapies. Among these complications, ventricular septal rupture (VSR) and left ventricular aneurysm (LVA) are infrequent but life-threatening conditions associated with high morbidity and mortality. We present a rare case of a 67-year-old male with acute myocardial infarction who developed concomitant apical LVA and ventricular septal rupture.
    Learning points: Mechanical complications of myocardial infarction, such as a ventricular septal rupture (VSR) and left ventricular aneurysm (LVA), are rare but life-threatening.Early diagnosis is critical. A ventricular septal defect (VSD) requires immediate surgical closure, while surgery for LVA is only considered in specific cases such as chest pain or thromboembolism.Diagnostic tools such as echocardiography and left ventriculography play a vital role in identifying and characterising these complications, enabling timely treatment decisions.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-28
    Publishing country Italy
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2284-2594
    ISSN (online) 2284-2594
    DOI 10.12890/2024_004145
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  9. Article: Managing Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) in Adults With Cryptogenic Stroke and Lymphoma: A Multidisciplinary Perspective.

    Khalid, Noman / Abdullah, Muhammad / Ozgur, Sacide S / Elkattawy, Sherif / Shamoon, Fayez

    Cureus

    2023  Volume 15, Issue 6, Page(s) e40316

    Abstract: Cryptogenic strokes are strokes with no clear underlying cause. Patent foramen ovale (PFO) is believed to be one of the causes of cryptogenic strokes. To manage such cases, closing the PFO is usually considered an option. We report a case of a middle- ... ...

    Abstract ​​Cryptogenic strokes are strokes with no clear underlying cause. Patent foramen ovale (PFO) is believed to be one of the causes of cryptogenic strokes. To manage such cases, closing the PFO is usually considered an option. We report a case of a middle-aged male with lymphoma who presented with an altered mental status due to a stroke, which, on investigation, was found to be due to an underlying PFO. This report explores the factors that must be considered when making the decision to close the PFO and emphasizes the vital role of a multi-disciplinary team in determining the best course of action for patients with cryptogenic strokes.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-12
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.40316
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  10. Article: A Classic Pattern of Wellens Syndrome on ECG: A Case Report.

    Romero, Jesus / Jesani, Shruti / Romero, Ana L / Elkattawy, Sherif / Sookdeo, Jonathan / Khandait, Harshwardhan

    Journal of community hospital internal medicine perspectives

    2023  Volume 13, Issue 2, Page(s) 59–62

    Abstract: Wellens syndrome is usually diagnosed in asymptomatic patients with normal or only slightly elevated cardiac enzymes. There are two different ECG patterns (Type A and Type B) described in the literature. Earlier studies demonstrated that the appearance ... ...

    Abstract Wellens syndrome is usually diagnosed in asymptomatic patients with normal or only slightly elevated cardiac enzymes. There are two different ECG patterns (Type A and Type B) described in the literature. Earlier studies demonstrated that the appearance of the Wellens pattern had a specificity of 89% and a positive predictive value of 86% for severe stenosis of the left anterior descending artery (LAD) hence a timely recognition and therapeutic approach may prevent fatal outcomes in the patients. Here we are presenting a case of a 69-year-old gentleman with chest pain and Type A Wellens Syndrome pattern on ECG who was found to have LAD stenosis.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-03-10
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2616884-4
    ISSN 2000-9666
    ISSN 2000-9666
    DOI 10.55729/2000-9666.1160
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