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  1. Article ; Online: Arterial myeloperoxidase in the detection and treatment of vulnerable atherosclerotic plaque: a new dawn for an old light.

    Nadel, James / Jabbour, Andrew / Stocker, Roland

    Cardiovascular research

    2022  Volume 119, Issue 1, Page(s) 112–120

    Abstract: Intracellular myeloperoxidase (MPO) plays a specific role in the innate immune response; however, upon release into the extracellular space in the setting of inflammation, drives oxidative tissue injury. Extracellular MPO has recently been shown to be ... ...

    Abstract Intracellular myeloperoxidase (MPO) plays a specific role in the innate immune response; however, upon release into the extracellular space in the setting of inflammation, drives oxidative tissue injury. Extracellular MPO has recently been shown to be abundant in unstable atheroma and causally linked to plaque destabilization, erosion, and rupture, identifying it as a potential target for the surveillance and treatment of vulnerable atherosclerosis. Through the compartmentalization of MPO's protective and deleterious effects, extracellular MPO can be selectively detected using non-invasive molecular imaging and targeted by burgeoning pharmacotherapies. Given its causal relationship to plaque destabilization coupled with an ability to preserve its beneficial properties, MPO is potentially a superior translational inflammatory target compared with other immunomodulatory therapies and imaging biomarkers utilized to date. This review explores the role of MPO in plaque destabilization and provides insights into how it can be harnessed in the management of patients with vulnerable atherosclerotic plaque.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Plaque, Atherosclerotic ; Peroxidase ; Atherosclerosis/etiology ; Arteries ; Inflammation/complications
    Chemical Substances Peroxidase (EC 1.11.1.7)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-05-18
    Publishing country England
    Document type Review ; Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 80340-6
    ISSN 1755-3245 ; 0008-6363
    ISSN (online) 1755-3245
    ISSN 0008-6363
    DOI 10.1093/cvr/cvac081
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  2. Article: Atrial cardiomyopathy: Current and future imaging methods for assessment of atrial structure and function.

    Kessler Iglesias, Cassia / Pouliopoulos, Jim / Thomas, Liza / Hayward, Christopher S / Jabbour, Andrew / Fatkin, Diane

    Frontiers in cardiovascular medicine

    2023  Volume 10, Page(s) 1099625

    Abstract: Changes in atrial size and function have historically been considered a surrogate marker of ventricular dysfunction. However, it is now recognized that atrial cardiomyopathy (ACM) may also occur as a primary myocardial disorder. Emerging evidence that ... ...

    Abstract Changes in atrial size and function have historically been considered a surrogate marker of ventricular dysfunction. However, it is now recognized that atrial cardiomyopathy (ACM) may also occur as a primary myocardial disorder. Emerging evidence that ACM is a major risk factor for atrial fibrillation, heart failure, and thromboembolic stroke, has highlighted the significance of this disorder and the need for better assessment of atrial metrics in clinical practice. Key barriers in this regard include a lack of standardized criteria or hierarchy for the diagnosis of ACM and lack of consensus for the most accurate phenotyping methods. In this article we review existing literature on ACM, with a focus on current and future non-invasive imaging methods for detecting abnormalities of atrial structure and function. We discuss the relative advantages and disadvantages of transthoracic echocardiography and cardiac magnetic resonance imaging for assessing a range of parameters, including atrial size and contractile function, strain, tissue characteristics, and epicardial adipose tissue. We will also present the potential application of novel imaging methods such as sphericity index and four- or five-dimensional flow.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-03-31
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2781496-8
    ISSN 2297-055X
    ISSN 2297-055X
    DOI 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1099625
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  3. Article ; Online: The Authors' Reply.

    Jabbour, Andrew / Imran, Muhammad

    JACC. Cardiovascular imaging

    2019  Volume 12, Issue 5, Page(s) 948–949

    MeSH term(s) Allografts ; Heart ; Prospective Studies
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-05-09
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Letter ; Comment
    ZDB-ID 2491503-8
    ISSN 1876-7591 ; 1936-878X
    ISSN (online) 1876-7591
    ISSN 1936-878X
    DOI 10.1016/j.jcmg.2019.02.012
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  4. Article ; Online: Ex vivo coronary artery computed tomography for atherosclerotic plaque characterization.

    Nadel, James / Giannotti, Nicola / Kong, Stephanie / Ugander, Martin / Jabbour, Andrew / Stocker, Roland

    Journal of cardiovascular computed tomography

    2023  Volume 17, Issue 5, Page(s) 358–360

    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Plaque, Atherosclerotic ; Coronary Vessels/diagnostic imaging ; Predictive Value of Tests ; Coronary Artery Disease/diagnostic imaging ; Tomography, X-Ray Computed/methods ; Coronary Angiography/methods ; Computed Tomography Angiography/methods
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-04-07
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Letter ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2394360-9
    ISSN 1876-861X ; 1934-5925
    ISSN (online) 1876-861X
    ISSN 1934-5925
    DOI 10.1016/j.jcct.2023.03.011
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  5. Article ; Online: Metabolic Sequelae of Everolimus Treatment After Cardiac Transplant: A Hypothesis-Generating Study.

    Raven, Lisa M / Muir, Christopher A / Pouliopoulos, Jim / Hayward, Christopher S / Macdonald, Peter S / Greenfield, Jerry R / Jabbour, Andrew

    Heart, lung & circulation

    2023  Volume 32, Issue 9, Page(s) 1076–1079

    Abstract: Background: Although modern immunosuppressants improve survival post-transplant, they are associated with long-term metabolic complications, such as post-transplant diabetes mellitus (PTDM). Calcineurin inhibitor-sparing regimens using everolimus ... ...

    Abstract Background: Although modern immunosuppressants improve survival post-transplant, they are associated with long-term metabolic complications, such as post-transplant diabetes mellitus (PTDM). Calcineurin inhibitor-sparing regimens using everolimus attenuate some complications such as left ventricular hypertrophy. However, the metabolic effects of everolimus following transplant are less clear.
    Methods: Post-hoc analysis to compare PTDM and other metabolic outcomes in participants of a randomised open-label clinical trial of low-dose everolimus and tacrolimus versus standard-dose tacrolimus in heart transplant recipients (RADTAC
    Results: There were 39 participants in the trial; mean follow-up was 6.4±1.5 years. There was a high rate of pre-existing diabetes (26%) and newly diagnosed PTDM (36%) during follow-up. Half the patients who developed PTDM in the everolimus-tacrolimus group (n=4/8) ceased diabetes medications during follow-up, which was not observed in patients on standard tacrolimus (n=0/6). In the first 12 months there was a higher use of non-insulin treatment for diabetes in the everolimus-tacrolimus group compared to the standard tacrolimus group.
    Conclusions: This study suggests that treatment with everolimus may be associated with improved glycaemic control of PTDM relative to treatment with standard doses of calcineurin inhibitor. These findings should be further studied in prospective randomised trials.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Everolimus ; Tacrolimus/therapeutic use ; Calcineurin Inhibitors/adverse effects ; Prospective Studies ; Diabetes Mellitus ; Heart Transplantation ; Disease Progression ; Graft Rejection
    Chemical Substances Everolimus (9HW64Q8G6G) ; Tacrolimus (WM0HAQ4WNM) ; Calcineurin Inhibitors
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-22
    Publishing country Australia
    Document type Randomized Controlled Trial ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2020980-0
    ISSN 1444-2892 ; 1443-9506
    ISSN (online) 1444-2892
    ISSN 1443-9506
    DOI 10.1016/j.hlc.2023.05.014
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  6. Article ; Online: Cardiotoxicity in autologous haematopoietic stem cell transplantation for systemic sclerosis.

    Penglase, Ross / Girgis, Laila / Englert, Helen / Brennan, Xavier / Jabbour, Andrew / Kotlyar, Eugene / Ma, David / Moore, John

    Journal of scleroderma and related disorders

    2023  Volume 8, Issue 2, Page(s) 87–100

    Abstract: Autologous haematopoietic stem cell transplantation is now well-established as an effective treatment for severe systemic sclerosis with clear demonstration of favourable end-organ and survival outcomes. Treatment-related cardiotoxicity remains the ... ...

    Abstract Autologous haematopoietic stem cell transplantation is now well-established as an effective treatment for severe systemic sclerosis with clear demonstration of favourable end-organ and survival outcomes. Treatment-related cardiotoxicity remains the predominant safety concern and contraindicates autologous haematopoietic stem cell transplantation in patients with severe cardiopulmonary disease. In this review, we describe the cardiovascular outcomes of autologous haematopoietic stem cell transplantation recipients, discuss the potential mechanisms of cardiotoxicity and propose future mitigating strategies.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-02-07
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ISSN 2397-1991
    ISSN (online) 2397-1991
    DOI 10.1177/23971983221145639
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  7. Article ; Online: Cost-Effectiveness of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance for Rejection Surveillance After Cardiac Transplantation in the Australian Health Care System.

    Pouliopoulos, Jim / Anthony, Chris / Imran, Muhammad / Graham, Robert M / McCrohon, Jane / Holloway, Cameron / Kotlyar, Eugene / Muthiah, Kavitha / Keogh, Anne M / Hayward, Christopher S / Macdonald, Peter S / Jabbour, Andrew

    Heart, lung & circulation

    2024  

    Abstract: Background: Heart transplantation is an effective treatment for end-stage congestive heart failure, however, achieving the right balance of immunosuppression to maintain graft function while minimising adverse effects is challenging. Serial ... ...

    Abstract Background: Heart transplantation is an effective treatment for end-stage congestive heart failure, however, achieving the right balance of immunosuppression to maintain graft function while minimising adverse effects is challenging. Serial endomyocardial biopsies (EMBs) are currently the standard for rejection surveillance, despite being invasive. Replacing EMB-based surveillance with cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR)-based surveillance for acute cardiac allograft rejection has shown feasibility. This study aimed to assess the cost-effectiveness of CMR-based surveillance in the first year after heart transplantation.
    Method: A prospective clinical trial was conducted with 40 orthotopic heart transplant (OHT) recipients. Participants were randomly allocated into two surveillance groups: EMB-based, and CMR-based. The trial included economic evaluations, comparing the frequency and cost of surveillance modalities in relation to quality-adjusted life years (QALYs) within the first year post-transplantation. Sensitivity analysis encompassed modelled data from observed EMB and CMR arms, integrating two hypothetical models of expedited CMR-based surveillance.
    Results: In the CMR cohort, 238 CMR scans and 15 EMBs were conducted, versus (vs) 235 EMBs in the EMB group. CMR surveillance yielded comparable rejection rates (CMR 74 vs EMB 94 events, p=0.10) and did not increase hospitalisation risk (CMR 32 vs EMB 46 events, p=0.031). It significantly reduced the necessity for invasive EMBs by 94%, lowered costs by an average of AUD$32,878.61, and enhanced cumulative QALY by 0.588 compared with EMB. Sensitivity analysis showed that increased surveillance with expedited CMR Models 1 and 2 were more cost-effective than EMB (all p<0.01), with CMR Model 1 achieving the greatest cost savings (AUD$34,091.12±AUD$23,271.86 less) and utility increase (+0.62±1.49 QALYs, p=0.011), signifying an optimal cost-utility ratio. Model 2 showed comparable utility to the base CMR model (p=0.900) while offering the benefit of heightened surveillance frequency during periods of elevated rejection risk.
    Conclusions: CMR-based rejection surveillance in orthotopic heart transplant recipients provides a cost-effective alternative to EMB-based surveillance. Furthermore, it reduces the need for invasive procedures, without increased risk of rejection or hospitalisation for patients, and can be incorporated economically for expedited surveillance. These findings have important implications for improving patient care and optimising resource allocation in post-transplant management.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-10
    Publishing country Australia
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2020980-0
    ISSN 1444-2892 ; 1443-9506
    ISSN (online) 1444-2892
    ISSN 1443-9506
    DOI 10.1016/j.hlc.2024.03.004
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  8. Article ; Online: Diabetes medication following heart transplantation: a focus on novel cardioprotective therapies-a joint review from endocrinologists and cardiologists.

    Raven, Lisa M / Muir, Christopher A / Macdonald, Peter S / Hayward, Christopher S / Jabbour, Andrew / Greenfield, Jerry R

    Acta diabetologica

    2022  Volume 60, Issue 4, Page(s) 471–480

    Abstract: There is accumulating evidence that novel glucose-lowering agents infer potent cardiovascular and renal benefits. Therefore, it is imperative to reassess the management of post-transplant diabetes mellitus and consider the role of newer agents. With ... ...

    Abstract There is accumulating evidence that novel glucose-lowering agents infer potent cardiovascular and renal benefits. Therefore, it is imperative to reassess the management of post-transplant diabetes mellitus and consider the role of newer agents. With improved transplant-related survival and high prevalence of post-transplant diabetes, management of long-term complications such as diabetes are increasingly important. There are limited guidelines to assist in choice of appropriate agents after solid organ transplantation. Traditional therapies including insulin and sulfonylureas may still have a role; however, other agents should be considered prior. The evidence of novel glucose-lowering agents in post-transplant care is limited, and most studies have focused on kidney transplant recipients. While there are some parallels between renal and cardiac transplant recipients, the potential cardiovascular benefits, particularly on cardiac fibrosis are unique to cardiac transplantation. The treatment of diabetes, with a focus on additional cardiac and renal benefits, needs to be brought to the forefront of post-transplant care with incorporation of recent evidence outside of transplantation. The role for novel glucose-lowering agents in cardiac transplant recipients will be explored, with a summary of available evidence.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Cardiologists ; Endocrinologists ; Diabetes Mellitus/drug therapy ; Diabetes Mellitus/etiology ; Heart Transplantation/adverse effects ; Glucose ; Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2/complications
    Chemical Substances Glucose (IY9XDZ35W2)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-12-20
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 1097676-0
    ISSN 1432-5233 ; 0940-5429
    ISSN (online) 1432-5233
    ISSN 0940-5429
    DOI 10.1007/s00592-022-02018-3
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  9. Article ; Online: Pulsatile energy consumption as a surrogate marker for vascular afterload improves with time post transcatheter aortic valve replacement in patients with aortic stenosis.

    Song, Ning / Adji, Audrey I / Hungerford, Sara L / Namasivayam, Mayooran J / Hayward, Christopher S / Jabbour, Andrew / Muller, David W M

    Hypertension research : official journal of the Japanese Society of Hypertension

    2022  Volume 46, Issue 3, Page(s) 730–741

    Abstract: The effect of arterial stiffening on elevated pulsatile left ventricular afterload patients with aortic stenosis (AS) is pronounced beyond systemic hypertension. Circulatory afterload pulsatile efficiency (CAPE) is a marker of vascular function, defined ... ...

    Abstract The effect of arterial stiffening on elevated pulsatile left ventricular afterload patients with aortic stenosis (AS) is pronounced beyond systemic hypertension. Circulatory afterload pulsatile efficiency (CAPE) is a marker of vascular function, defined as the ratio of steady state energy consumption (SEC) to maintain systemic circulation and pulsatile energy consumption (PEC). Twenty patients aged 80 ± 7 years were assessed at baseline and a median of 60 days post transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), with pulsatile vascular load calculated using simultaneous radial applanation tonometry derived aortic pressure and cardiac magnetic resonance phase-contrast imaging derived ascending aortic flow. Eight out of 20 patients had a reduction in PEC post TAVR, and the reduction of PEC correlated strongly with the number of days post TAVR (R = 0.62, P < 0.01). Patients assessed within the 100 days of TAVR had a rise in their PEC when compared to baseline (0.19 ± 0.09 vs 0.14 ± 0.08 W, P = 0.04). Baseline PEC correlated moderately with baseline SEC (R = 0.49, P = 0.03), and a high baseline PEC was predictive of post TAVR PEC reduction (R = 0.54, P =0.01). Overall, no significant differences were found between baseline and post TAVR for systolic aortic pressure (131 ± 20 vs 131 ± 20 mmHg), systemic vascular resistance (1894 ± 493 vs 2015 ± 519 dynes.s/cm
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement ; Treatment Outcome ; Ventricular Function, Left ; Aortic Valve Stenosis ; Biomarkers ; Severity of Illness Index
    Chemical Substances Biomarkers
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-12-27
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1175297-x
    ISSN 1348-4214 ; 0916-9636
    ISSN (online) 1348-4214
    ISSN 0916-9636
    DOI 10.1038/s41440-022-01127-4
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  10. Article ; Online: Molecular magnetic resonance imaging of myeloperoxidase activity identifies culprit lesions and predicts future atherothrombosis.

    Nadel, James / Wang, Xiaoying / Saha, Prakash / Bongers, André / Tumanov, Sergey / Giannotti, Nicola / Chen, Weiyu / Vigder, Niv / Chowdhury, Mohammed M / da Cruz, Gastao Lima / Velasco, Carlos / Prieto, Claudia / Jabbour, Andrew / Botnar, René M / Stocker, Roland / Phinikaridou, Alkystis

    European heart journal. Imaging methods and practice

    2024  Volume 2, Issue 1, Page(s) qyae004

    Abstract: Aims: Unstable atherosclerotic plaques have increased activity of myeloperoxidase (MPO). We examined whether molecular magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of intraplaque MPO activity predicts future atherothrombosis in rabbits and correlates with ruptured ... ...

    Abstract Aims: Unstable atherosclerotic plaques have increased activity of myeloperoxidase (MPO). We examined whether molecular magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of intraplaque MPO activity predicts future atherothrombosis in rabbits and correlates with ruptured human atheroma.
    Methods and results: Plaque MPO activity was assessed
    Conclusion: We show that elevated intraplaque MPO activity detected by molecular MRI employing MPO-Gd predicts future atherothrombosis in a rabbit model and detects ruptured human atheroma, strengthening the translational potential of this approach to prospectively detect high-risk atherosclerosis.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-24
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2755-9637
    ISSN (online) 2755-9637
    DOI 10.1093/ehjimp/qyae004
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