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In this issue of AJGP, we cover a wide range of cardiovascular conditions that GPs encounter in everyday practice, providing up-to-date information and management guidelines based on current evidence.
Clinical
The aim of this paper is to provide an update on advances in cardiac implantable electronic devices technology and how this applies to managing patients.
This discussion emphasises the importance of accurately describing the nature of chest discomfort and using appropriate terminology to facilitate an appropriate diagnostic work-up.
This paper reviews the contemporary management of aortic stenosis, including signs and symptoms, echocardiography and decision making.
This paper provides an overview on the management of adult patients with repaired tetralogy of Fallot and emphasises the need for specialist follow-up.
This review provides a simplified comprehensive update on cardiac murmurs and associated conditions in neonates and children.
This article explores the impact of genetics on cardiovascular diseases and its implications for GPs.
Clinical challenge
These questions are based on the Focus articles in this issue. Please choose the single best answer for each question.
Editorial
In this issue of AJGP, we cover a wide range of cardiovascular conditions that GPs encounter in everyday practice, providing up-to-date information and management guidelines.
Letters
Readers express their opinions on published articles and topics of interest.
This paper summarises some of the more common reasons for intraocular injection, as well as some common and/or more serious complications.
This paper reviews and summarises the current literature and provides an approach for GPs based on the available guidance.
Case Study
Torticollis in infants has a broad aetiology and although congenital muscular torticollis is the most common, other differentials must be considered.
Fibroids are common in the population of women of childbearing age. Their impact on fertility, both naturally and with various fertility treatments, largely depends on the size, position and number.
Research
The aim of this study is to identify persistent symptoms in unvaccinated community-managed patients following COVID-19 infection.
This study evaluates the susceptibility pattern of Neisseria gonorrhoeae to cefixime, ceftriaxone, azithromycin and doxycycline.
Professional
This paper proposes a business model for primary care providers to implement cardiac rehabilitation using current Medicare items.
Viewpoint
With a rising global burden of cardiovascular disease risk factors among young adults, there is an urgent need to improve awareness and increase screening.