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Published on: May 22, 2018
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Neurocardiology - from basics to clinic.
Ze-Xin Fan1, Na Liang2, Jian-Feng Lu3
1Department of Neurology, The Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, Shanxi Province, China.
World Journal of Cardiology
|December 8, 2025
Summary
Neurocardiology explores the intricate link between the nervous and cardiovascular systems. This review covers disease mechanisms, diagnosis, treatment, and integrates traditional Chinese medicine for better patient care.
Area of Science:
- Neurocardiology
- Interdisciplinary research
- Nervous system and cardiovascular system interactions
Background:
- Neurocardiology investigates the complex interplay between the nervous and cardiovascular systems.
- Diseases in this field stem from common factors, neuropsychiatric issues, or cardiovascular problems.
- Diagnosis requires routine and specialized examinations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review pathophysiological mechanisms, clinical manifestations, and advances in neurocardiology.
- To highlight recent progress in traditional Chinese medicine within neurocardiology.
- To propose an integrated healthcare service system for neurocardiology.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review of neurocardiology studies.
- Analysis of pathophysiological mechanisms and clinical presentations.
- Examination of diagnostic and therapeutic advancements, including traditional Chinese medicine.
Main Results:
- Identified key disease categories within neurocardiology.
- Emphasized the importance of simultaneous brain and heart condition management.
- Highlighted the role of multidisciplinary collaboration and integrated healthcare.
Conclusions:
- Neurocardiology is a crucial interdisciplinary field requiring integrated care.
- Advances in diagnosis and treatment, including traditional Chinese medicine, are promising.
- An integrated healthcare service system is proposed for future neurocardiology research and practice.
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