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The importance of exposure rate on odds ratios by cigarette smoking and alcohol consumption for esophageal adenocarcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma in the Barrett's Esophagus and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma Consortium	2012	Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, NIH/DHHS, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA. lubinj@mail.nih.gov	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Cancer epidemiology Periodical, Abbrev. Cancer.Epidemiol. Pub Date Free Form Jun Volume 36 Issue 3 Start Page 306 Other Pages 316 Notes LR: 20150325; CI: Published by Elsevier Ltd.; GR: CA59636/CA/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: K05 CA124911/CA/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: P30 CA015704/CA/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: R01 CA57947-03/CA/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: R01 DK063616/DK/NIDD Place of Publication Netherlands ISSN/ISBN 1877-783X; 1877-7821 Accession Number PMID: 22504051 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Meta-Analysis; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; Research Support, N.I.H., Intramural; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1016/j.canep.2012.03.001 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 22504051 Abstract BACKGROUND: Cigarette smoking is associated with esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC), esophagogastric junctional adenocarcinoma (EGJA) and esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC), and alcohol consumption with ESCC. However, no analyses have examined how delivery rate modifies the strength of odds ratio (OR) trends with total exposure, i.e., the impact on the OR for a fixed total exposure of high exposure rate for short duration compared with low exposure rate for long duration. METHODS: The authors pooled data from 12 case-control studies from the Barrett's Esophagus and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma Consortium (BEACON), including 1242 (EAC), 1263 (EGJA) and 954 (ESCC) cases and 7053 controls, modeled joint ORs for cumulative exposure and exposure rate for cigarette smoking and alcohol consumption, and evaluated effect modification by sex, body mass index (BMI), age and self-reported acid reflux. RESULTS: For smoking, all sites exhibited inverse delivery rate effects, whereby ORs with pack-years increased, but trends weakened with increasing cigarettes/day. None of the examined factors modified associations, except for ESCC where younger ages at diagnosis enhanced smoking effects (P Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Lubin,J.H., Cook,M.B., Pandeya,N., Vaughan,T.L., Abnet,C.C., Giffen,C., Webb,P.M., Murray,L.J., Casson,A.G., Risch,H.A., Ye,W., Kamangar,F., Bernstein,L., Sharp,L., Nyren,O., Gammon,M.D., Corley,D.A., Wu,A.H., Brown,L.M., Chow,W.H., Ward,M.H., Freedman,N.D., Whiteman,D.C. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20120413 PMCID PMC3489030 Editors
Smokeless and other noncigarette tobacco use and pancreatic cancer: a case-control study based on direct interviews	2004	Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics. National Cancer Institute, NIH, Department of Health and Human Services, Bethesda, Maryland 20852, USA.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Cancer epidemiology, biomarkers & prevention : a publication of the American Association for Cancer Research, cosponsored by the American Society of Preventive Oncology Periodical, Abbrev. Cancer Epidemiol.Biomarkers Prev. Pub Date Free Form Jan Volume 13 Issue 1 Start Page 55 Other Pages 58 Notes LR: 20071114; GR: N01-CN-05225/CN/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: N01-CN-05227/CN/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: N01-CN-31022/CN/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: N01-CP-51090/CP/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: N01-CP51089/CP/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: N01 Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1055-9965; 1055-9965 Accession Number PMID: 14744733 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.; IM DOI Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 14744733 Abstract Cigarette smoking is an important and well-established cause of pancreatic cancer. In contrast, little is known about the effects of smoking cigars, pipes, and use of smokeless tobacco on pancreatic cancer risk. The objective of the present study was to examine the association between noncigarette tobacco use (i.e., cigars, pipes, smokeless tobacco) and pancreatic cancer risk among nonsmokers of cigarettes. A population-based case-control study of pancreatic cancer was conducted during 1986-1989 among residents of Atlanta, Georgia, Detroit, Michigan, and 10 counties in New Jersey. Direct interviews were successfully completed with 526 newly diagnosed pancreatic cancer patients and 2153 controls ages 30-79 years. This analysis was restricted to lifelong nonsmokers of cigarettes and based on interviews with 154 cases newly diagnosed with carcinoma of the exocrine pancreas and 844 population controls who reported no history of cigarette smoking. We observed a consistent pattern of increased risk associated with cigar smoking, although these elevations were not statistically significant. Participants who smoked cigars regularly (i.e., at least one cigar/week for >/=6 months) experienced a 70% increased risk [95% confidence interval (CI): 0.9-3.3], and those who never used other form of tobacco had a 90% increased risk (95% CI: 0.8-4.3). Risk was elevated among those who smoked more than one cigar/day [odds ratio (OR) = 1.8; 95% CI: 0.8-4.2) and among those who smoked cigars > 20 years (OR = 1.9; 95% CI: 0.9-3.9). Trends in risk with increasing amount and duration smoked were consistent but not statistically significant (P = 0.17 and P = 0.16, respectively). Subjects who used smokeless tobacco regularly had a 40% increased risk of pancreatic cancer (95% CI: 0.5-3.6) compared with nonusers of tobacco. We observed a marginally significant increasing risk with increased use of smokeless tobacco (P = 0.04); participants who used >2.5 oz of smokeless tobacco a week had an OR of 3.5 (95% CI: 1.1-11). Long-term use of smokeless tobacco (i.e., >20 years) was also associated with a nonsignificant increased risk (OR = 1.5; 95% CI: 0.6-4.0). In contrast, pipe smokers experienced no increased risk (OR = 0.6; 95% CI: 0.1-2.8). Our results suggest that heavy use of smokeless tobacco, and to a lesser extent, cigar smoking may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer among nonsmokers of cigarettes. Descriptors Adult, Aged, Case-Control Studies, Data Collection, Female, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Pancreatic Neoplasms/epidemiology/etiology, Risk Factors, Tobacco, Smokeless/adverse effects, United States/epidemiology Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Alguacil,J., Silverman,D. T. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Rise in electronic cigarette use among adolescents in Poland	2014	Division of Cancer Prevention and Population Sciences, Department of Health Behavior, Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo, New York. Electronic address: maciej.goniewicz@roswellpark.org.; Department of General and Analytical Chemistry, Medical Universi	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full The Journal of adolescent health : official publication of the Society for Adolescent Medicine Periodical, Abbrev. J.Adolesc.Health Pub Date Free Form Nov Volume 55 Issue 5 Start Page 713 Other Pages 715 Notes LR: 20151119; CI: Copyright (c) 2014; JID: 9102136; 0 (Ganglionic Stimulants); 6M3C89ZY6R (Nicotine); CIN: J Adolesc Health. 2014 Nov;55(5):595-7. PMID: 25344030; OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/05/06 [received]; 2014/07/20 [revised]; 2014/07/21 [accepted]; ppublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1879-1972; 1054-139X Accession Number PMID: 25344033 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1016/j.jadohealth.2014.07.015 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 25344033 Abstract PURPOSE: Despite the potential negative health effects of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), these devices are increasing in popularity worldwide, especially among youth. METHODS: We compared data from two cross-sectional studies conducted in Poland among students aged 15-19 years in 2010-2011 and 2013-2014. We tested differences between samples in the prevalence of e-cigarette use, tobacco cigarette smoking, and simultaneous use of both tobacco and e-cigarettes ("dual use") using a multilevel linear mixed model regression. RESULTS: We found that the current use of e-cigarettes among adolescents in Poland was significantly higher in the 2013-2014 sample than the 2010-2011 sample (29.9% vs. 5.5%, respectively; p Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine. Published by Elsevier Inc Data Source Authors Goniewicz,M.L., Gawron,M., Nadolska,J., Balwicki,L., Sobczak,A. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Prevalence and clinical implications of newly revealed, asymptomatic abnormal ankle-brachial index in patients with significant coronary artery disease	2013	Division of Cardiology, Asan Medical Center, College of Medicine, University of Ulsan, Seoul, Republic of Korea.; Division of Cardiology, Asan Medical Center, College of Medicine, University of Ulsan, Seoul, Republic of Korea.; Division of Cardiology, Asa	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full JACC.Cardiovascular interventions Periodical, Abbrev. JACC Cardiovasc.Interv. Pub Date Free Form Dec Volume 6 Issue 12 Start Page 1303 Other Pages 1313 Notes LR: 20140905; CI: Copyright (c) 2013; JID: 101467004; CIN: JACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2013 Dec;6(12):1314-5. PMID: 24355121; OTO: NOTNLM; 2013/08/02 [received]; 2013/08/14 [accepted]; ppublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1876-7605; 1936-8798 Accession Number PMID: 24355120 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Observational Study; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1016/j.jcin.2013.08.008 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 24355120 Abstract OBJECTIVES: This study sought to evaluate the association between newly revealed abnormal ankle-brachial index (ABI) and clinical outcomes in patients with significant coronary artery stenosis. BACKGROUND: Little is known about the prevalence and clinical implications of ABI in patients with no claudication or previous history of peripheral artery disease who undergo diagnostic coronary angiography. METHODS: Between January 1, 2006, and December 31, 2009, ABI was evaluated in 2,543 consecutive patients with no clinical history of claudication or peripheral artery disease who underwent diagnostic coronary angiography. Abnormal ABI was defined as /=1.4. The primary endpoint was the composite of death, myocardial infarction, and stroke over 3 years. RESULTS: Of the 2,543 patients, 390 (15.3%) had abnormal ABI. Of the 2,424 patients with at least 1 significant stenosis (>/=50%) in a major epicardial coronary artery, 385 (15.9%) had abnormal ABI, including 348 (14.4%) with ABI /=1.4. During a median follow-up of 986 days, the 3-year major adverse event rate was significantly higher in patients with abnormal than normal ABI (15.7% vs. 3.3%, p Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher American College of Cardiology Foundation. Published by Elsevier Inc Data Source Authors Lee,J.Y., Lee,S.W., Lee,W.S., Han,S., Park,Y.K., Kwon,C.H., Jang,J.Y., Cho,Y.R., Park,G.M., Ahn,J.M., Kim,W.J., Park,D.W., Kang,S.J., Kim,Y.H., Lee,C.W., Park,S.W., Park,S.J. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Abnormal sympathetic nerve activity in women exposed to cigarette smoke: a potential mechanism to explain increased cardiac risk	2013	Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, California;	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full American journal of physiology.Heart and circulatory physiology Periodical, Abbrev. Am.J.Physiol.Heart Circ.Physiol. Pub Date Free Form 15-Nov Volume 305 Issue 10 Start Page H1560 Other Pages 7 Notes LR: 20150423; GR: K23 HL098744/HL/NHLBI NIH HHS/United States; GR: K23-HL-098744/HL/NHLBI NIH HHS/United States; GR: MO1-RR00865/RR/NCRR NIH HHS/United States; JID: 100901228; 0 (Tobacco Smoke Pollution); OID: NLM: PMC4073979; OTO: NOTNLM; 2013/08/30 [ahe Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1522-1539; 0363-6135 Accession Number PMID: 23997107 Language eng SubFile Comparative Study; Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1152/ajpheart.00502.2013 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 23997107 Abstract In women, cardiac deaths attributable to tobacco exposure have reached the same high levels as men. Normally, sympathetic nerve activity (SNA) fluctuates according to the menstrual phase, but in habitual smokers, SNA levels remain constant. Our purpose is to extend these observations to other groups of women exposed to tobacco smoke and to explore potential mechanisms. We hypothesize that women exposed to secondhand smoke, but not former smokers, have nonfluctuating SNA compared with never smokers, and that impaired baroreflex suppression of SNA, and/or heightened central SNA responses, underlie this nonfluctuating SNA. We also hypothesize that female smokers have impaired nocturnal blood pressure dipping, normally mediated by modulation of SNA. In 49 females (19 never, 12 current, 9 former, 9 passive smokers), SNA was recorded (microneurography) during high- and low-hormone ovarian phases at rest, during pharmacological baroreflex testing, and during the cold pressor test (CPT). Twenty-four hour blood pressure (BP) monitoring was performed. Current and passive smokers, but not former smokers, had a nonfluctuating pattern of SNA, unlike never smokers in whom SNA varied with the menstrual phase. Baroreflex control of SNA was significantly blunted in current smokers, independent of menstrual phase. In passive smokers, SNA response to CPT was markedly increased. Nondipping was unexpectedly high in all groups. SNA does not vary during the menstrual cycle in active and passive smokers, unlike never and former smokers. Baroreflex control of SNA is blunted in current smokers, whereas SNA response to CPT is heightened in passive smokers. Smoking cessation is associated with return of the altered SNA pattern to normal. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Middlekauff,H.R., Park,J., Agrawal,H., Gornbein,J.A. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20130830 PMCID PMC4073979 Editors
Adverse effects of cigarette and noncigarette smoke exposure on the autonomic nervous system: mechanisms and implications for cardiovascular risk	2014	Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of California-Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California. Electronic address: hmiddlekauff@mednet.ucla.edu.; Renal Division, Department of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, and the Veterans	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Journal of the American College of Cardiology Periodical, Abbrev. J.Am.Coll.Cardiol. Pub Date Free Form 21-Oct Volume 64 Issue 16 Start Page 1740 Other Pages 1750 Notes CI: Copyright (c) 2014; GR: K23-HL098744/HL/NHLBI NIH HHS/United States; GR: MO1-RR00865/RR/NCRR NIH HHS/United States; JID: 8301365; 0 (Particulate Matter); 0 (Smoke); OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/05/10 [received]; 2014/06/24 [revised]; 2014/06/30 [accepted]; ppubl Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1558-3597; 0735-1097 Accession Number PMID: 25323263 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; Review; AIM; IM DOI 10.1016/j.jacc.2014.06.1201 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 25323263 Abstract This review summarizes the detrimental effects of cigarette and noncigarette emission exposure on autonomic function, with particular emphasis on the mechanisms of acute and chronic modulation of the sympathetic nervous system. We propose that the nicotine and fine particulate matter in tobacco smoke lead to increased sympathetic nerve activity, which becomes persistent via a positive feedback loop between sympathetic nerve activity and reactive oxidative species. Furthermore, we propose that baroreflex suppression of sympathetic activation is attenuated in habitual smokers; that is, the baroreflex plays a permissive role, allowing sympathoexcitation to occur without restraint in the setting of increased pressor response. This model is also applicable to other nontobacco cigarette emission exposures (e.g., marijuana, waterpipes [hookahs], electronic cigarettes, and even air pollution). Fortunately, emerging data suggest that baroreflex sensitivity and autonomic function may be restored after smoking cessation, providing further evidence in support of the health benefits of smoking cessation. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher American College of Cardiology Foundation. Published by Elsevier Inc Data Source Authors Middlekauff,H.R., Park,J., Moheimani,R.S. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors
Impact of sex on uric acid levels and its relationship with the extent of coronary artery disease: A single-centre study	2015	Division of Cardiology, Eastern Piedmont University, Novara, Italy.; Division of Cardiology, Eastern Piedmont University, Novara, Italy.; Division of Cardiology, Eastern Piedmont University, Novara, Italy.; Division of Cardiology, Eastern Piedmont Univers	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full Atherosclerosis Periodical, Abbrev. Atherosclerosis Pub Date Free Form Jul Volume 241 Issue 1 Start Page 241 Other Pages 248 Notes CI: Copyright (c) 2015; JID: 0242543; 0 (Biomarkers); 268B43MJ25 (Uric Acid); OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/09/09 [received]; 2015/02/25 [revised]; 2015/03/16 [accepted]; 2015/03/20 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication Ireland ISSN/ISBN 1879-1484; 0021-9150 Accession Number PMID: 25818387 Language eng SubFile Comparative Study; Journal Article; IM DOI 10.1016/j.atherosclerosis.2015.03.030 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 25818387 Abstract BACKGROUND: Serum uric acid (SUA) elevation has been largely addressed in the past as a possible risk factor for cardiovascular disease. However, uric acid has not clearly emerged as independent risk factor for coronary artery disease. Several studies in literature have assessed sex-related differences in the association between elevated SUA levels and cardiovascular events with conflicting results. Therefore, aim of the current study was to evaluate the relationship between uric acid levels and the extent of coronary artery disease in male and female patients undergoing coronary angiography. METHODS: Our population is represented by 3520 consecutive patients undergoing coronary angiography from March 2007 to October 2012. Patients were divided according to Tertiles of SUA (Males, Group 1, /=6.8 mg/dL-0.40 mmol/mol, n = 851), (Females, Group 1, /= 6.3 mg/dL-0.37 mmol/mol, n = 370). Fasting samples were collected for uric acid levels assessment. Coronary disease was defined for at least 1 vessel stenosis >50% as evaluated by QCA. Severe coronary disease was defined as three-vessel disease and/or left main disease. RESULTS: Among 3520 patients, we identified 2442 men (69.4%) and 1078 women (30.6%). Males had higher levels of uric acid than women (6.33 +/- 1.7 vs 5.8 +/- 1.9 - p /=7 mg/dl or 0.42 mmol/l) and male gender was confirmed after correction for baseline confounding factors (Adjusted OR = 1.28 [1.01-1.62], p = 0.004). Males displayed a significantly higher prevalence and extent of CAD (p Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Elsevier Ireland Ltd Data Source Authors Barbieri,L., Verdoia,M., Schaffer,A., Marino,P., Suryapranata,H., De Luca,G., Novara Atherosclerosis Study Group (NAS) Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20150320 PMCID Editors
Relationship between amount of cigarette smoking and coronary atherosclerosis on coronary CTA in asymptomatic individuals	2013	Division of Cardiovascular Imaging, Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Gumi-dong, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 463-707, Korea.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full The international journal of cardiovascular imaging Periodical, Abbrev. Int.J.Cardiovasc.Imaging Pub Date Free Form Jun Volume 29 Suppl 1 Issue Start Page 21 Other Pages 28 Notes JID: 100969716; 2013/03/15 [received]; 2013/04/19 [accepted]; 2013/04/27 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1875-8312; 1569-5794 Accession Number PMID: 23624929 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM DOI 10.1007/s10554-013-0224-8 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 23624929 Abstract Current smoking is a powerful independent predictor of coronary atherosclerosis in asymptomatic individuals. Many researchers have suggested a cigarette dose-response relationship between smoking and subclinical coronary atherosclerosis. Our study purposes were (a) to investigate the prevalence and plaque characteristics of coronary atherosclerosis in asymptomatic smokers and (b) to assess the cigarette dose-response relationship between smoking and subclinical coronary atherosclerosis using coronary CT angiography (CTA). We consecutively enrolled 7,104 self-referred asymptomatic subjects who underwent coronary CTA as part of a general health evaluation. Current smokers (n = 1,784) were categorized according to total pack years (TPY) with four grades (A, 0.1-10; B, 10-20; C, 20-30; D, >30), smoking duration (SD, years) with four grades (A, 0.1-10; B, 10-20; C, 20-30; D, >30), and number of cigarettes per day (CPD) with four grades (A, 1-20; B, 10-20; C, 20-40; D, >40). After adjusting for other cardiovascular risk factors, adjusted odds ratios for current smokers versus never-smokers as a control group were estimated for the presence of plaques, significant stenosis, and non-calcified plaques (NCP). Current smokers had a statistically significant higher prevalence of any plaque, significant stenosis, NCP, and coronary artery calcium score >100 than never-smokers. According to each categorization of TPY, SD, and CPD, the subclinical coronary atherosclerosis risk increased as grades increased in asymptomatic current smokers relative to never-smokers after adjusting for variable clinical and chemical risk factors. Our study suggests a cigarette dose-response relationship between current smoking and coronary atherosclerosis in asymptomatic individuals. Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Data Source Authors Kim,J.A., Chun,E.J., Lee,M.S., Kim,K.J., Choi,S.I. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20130427 PMCID Editors
Assessment of coronary artery disease risk in 5463 patients undergoing cardiac surgery: when is preoperative coronary angiography necessary?	2013	Division of Cardiovascular Surgery, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, Minn.	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery Periodical, Abbrev. J.Thorac.Cardiovasc.Surg. Pub Date Free Form Nov Volume 146 Issue 5 Start Page 1055 Other Pages 1063, 1064.e1; discussion 1063-1064 Notes CI: Copyright (c) 2013; JID: 0376343; OTO: NOTNLM; 2013/05/05 [received]; 2013/06/10 [revised]; 2013/06/26 [accepted]; 2013/09/04 [aheadofprint]; ppublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1097-685X; 0022-5223 Accession Number PMID: 24012061 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; AIM; IM DOI 10.1016/j.jtcvs.2013.06.046 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 24012061 Abstract OBJECTIVES: We sought to critically analyze the routine use of conventional coronary angiography (CCA) before noncoronary cardiac surgery and to assess clinical prediction models that might allow more selective use of CCA in this setting. METHODS: We studied 5463 patients undergoing aortic valve surgery, mitral valve surgery, or septal myectomy with or without coronary artery bypass grafting from 2001 to 2010. Preoperative CCAs were evaluated for the presence of significant coronary artery disease (CAD). Random forests and logistic regression methods were used to determine the predictors of significant (>/=50%) coronary stenosis. RESULTS: Preoperative CCA was performed in 4711 patients (86%). Two thirds of those with angina, previous myocardial infarction, or percutaneous coronary intervention had significant CAD found on CCA, versus one third of patients free of these risk factors (P Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher The American Association for Thoracic Surgery. Published by Mosby, Inc Data Source Authors Thalji,N.M., Suri,R.M., Daly,R.C., Dearani,J.A., Burkhart,H.M., Park,S.J., Greason,K.L., Joyce,L.D., Stulak,J.M., Huebner,M., Li,Z., Frye,R.L., Schaff,H.V. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic 20130904 PMCID Editors
E-cigarette Use and Beliefs Among Urban Public High School Students in North Carolina	2015	Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Department of Psychiatric Medicine, Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina. Electronic address: VAnandAiims23@gmail.com.; Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, D	Read more...
Source Type Print(0) Ref Type Journal Article Periodical, Full The Journal of adolescent health : official publication of the Society for Adolescent Medicine Periodical, Abbrev. J.Adolesc.Health Pub Date Free Form Jul Volume 57 Issue 1 Start Page 46 Other Pages 51 Notes CI: Copyright (c) 2015; GR: 212710-664430/PHS HHS/United States; JID: 9102136; OTO: NOTNLM; 2014/12/08 [received]; 2015/03/16 [revised]; 2015/03/16 [accepted]; ppublish Place of Publication United States ISSN/ISBN 1879-1972; 1054-139X Accession Number PMID: 26095408 Language eng SubFile Journal Article; Observational Study; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; IM DOI 10.1016/j.jadohealth.2015.03.018 [doi] Output Language Unknown(0) PMID 26095408 Abstract PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to examine the prevalence, attitudes, and risk factors associated with electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use among high school students in tobacco growing state. METHODS: A 47-item e-cigarette questionnaire modeled after Monitoring the Future with additional information about demographics, adolescent and family nicotine use, and school and health care interventions was designed, piloted, and administered to public high school students (N = 3,298) in May 2013, in an urban county in North Carolina. RESULTS: Completers (2,769/3,298) were aged 16.4 years (standard deviation +/- 1.4) with 48.9% males and 43.9% African-American, 38% white, and 4.6% Hispanics. The majority (77.3%) knew about e-cigarettes; 15.2% reported that they had tried an e-cigarette, and 60% reported that e-cigarettes were safe or had minimal health hazards. Only 5.4% reported that schools had offered information about e-cigarette use. One quarter (24.9%) reported ever cigarette smoking, and 13.3% reported ever using smokeless tobacco. E-cigarette use was positively associated with older age, tobacco use, male gender, Caucasian race, mother's e-cigarette use, biological parents' tobacco use, and lower academic performance, whereas negatively associated with having a mother who never used e-cigarettes, not knowing any e-cigarette users, and living with mother (p Descriptors Links Book Title Database Publisher Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine. Published by Elsevier Inc Data Source Authors Anand,V., McGinty,K.L., O'Brien,K., Guenthner,G., Hahn,E., Martin,C.A. Original/Translated Title URL Date of Electronic PMCID Editors

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