Posts by Krishna G. Aragam, MD, MS
-
Large, International Study Identifies Genes and Causal Mechanisms for Coronary Artery Disease
Krishna G. Aragam, MD, MS, and colleagues in the CARDIoGRAMplusC4D Consortium developed a novel framework for determining causal variants, genes, and mechanistic pathways in coronary artery disease, which could enhance research into other diseases involving genome-wide association studies.
-
Mass General Study Challenges Theory that Alcohol Consumption Benefits Heart Health
A large study conducted by a team of Massachusetts General Hospital researchers challenges the theory that light alcohol consumption reduces risk of cardiovascular disease. Their findings suggest that heart health benefits found in light to moderate drinkers may be attributed to other lifestyle factors.
-
Better Guidelines Needed to Distinguish Individuals at Elevated Polygenic Risk of CAD
Current guideline-based strategies for estimating a patient's risk of coronary artery disease do not account fully for inherited susceptibility.
-
Polygenic Score Predicts Risk of Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Common genetic polymorphisms associated with left ventricular structure and function contribute to the risk of dilated cardiomyopathy.
-
Using Genetics as a Tool to Prevent Disease
Krishna Aragam, MD, MS, preventative cardiologist in the Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Center at Massachusetts General Hospital, discusses his research on the genetic determinants of heart failure.
-
Novel Genetic Signals for Heart Failure Identified
Researchers at Massachusetts General have found evidence of distinct genetic signals for heart failure—including some that operate independently of traditional risk factors for heart failure and associate with subclinical disease.
-
What Is Your New Year's Resolution?
Massachusetts General Hospital cardiologists were asked what their 2019 New Year's resolution is regarding their research and care. In this video, they give a variety of answers.
-
#AHA18: Scientific Sessions in Summary
Mass General physicians answer the question: "What was the most interesting topic presented at this year's Scientific Sessions?"
-
Cardiology Grand Rounds Presenter Interview: Sekar Kathiresan, MD
The Mass General Corrigan Minehan Heart Center prepares future health care professionals and trains providers in innovative therapies and care. As part of these efforts, the center hosts regular grand rounds presentations from thought leaders and researchers on important cardiology topics.
Cardiovascular Care at Mass General
At Mass General, our world-class physicians and nurses specialize in specific forms of both heart and vascular disease, and work closely together to offer leading treatments and preventive care for cardiovascular conditions.