Ioannis Liatakis

Dr. Ioannis Liatakis

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Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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23 October 2024 in Diseases
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VKVasiliki Katsi
Vasiliki Katsi
AMAndreas Mavroudis
Andreas Mavroudis
ILIoannis Liatakis
Ioannis Liatakis
KMKonstantinos Manousiadis
Konstantinos Manousiadis
KTKonstantinos Tsioufis
Konstantinos Tsioufis
Background/Objectives: Hypertension exerts negative effects on the vasculature representing a key risk factor for cardiovascular disorders, cerebral and Cerebral Small Vessel Disease (CSVD). Methods: An extensive research in the literature was implemented in order to elucidate the role of hypertension in the pathogenesis of CSVD. Results: Hypertension-mediated vascular dysfunction and chronic cerebral hypoperfusion are closely linked to CSVD. CSVD encompasses a wide range of lesions depicted on brain Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) or Computed Tomography (CT) scans. The presenting symptoms and clinical course are highly variable, as a significant proportion of patients remain asymptomatic. Nevertheless, CSVD is associated with an increased risk of stroke, dementia and mobility disorders. Various randomised controlled trials have been implemented trying to shed light on the effect of vascular risk-modifying agents and lifestyle interventions on the prevention and treatment of small vessel disease. Conclusions: Hypertension has a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of CSVD. However, further research is required for a better understanding of the relationship between blood pressure levels and CSVD progression.

1 December 2025 in Hellenic Journal of Cardiology
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GMGeorge Michas
George Michas
EPEfstathia Prappa
Efstathia Prappa
ILIoannis Liatakis
Ioannis Liatakis
GTGrigorios Trikas
Grigorios Trikas
PNPanagioula Niarchou
Panagioula Niarchou
ATAthanasios Trikas
Athanasios Trikas
Cardiac sarcoidosis (CS) is a complex inflammatory cardiomyopathy resulting from myocardial granulomatous inflammation. Its variable clinical presentation and lack of a single definitive test make diagnosis challenging. CS causes significant morbidity and mortality through conduction abnormalities, ventricular arrhythmias, heart failure (HF), and sudden cardiac death (SCD). This review synthesizes current knowledge on CS epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management. A comprehensive, non-systematic literature search was performed using PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, and Google Scholar for English-language articles focusing on publications from January 2010-May 2025. Original research, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, consensus statements, and guidelines were included. Recent evidence indicates a paradigm shift in CS diagnosis, with advanced cardiac imaging gaining central place in international algorithms. Cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR), 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography (FDG-PET), and hybrid CMR/FDG-PET have revolutionized CS diagnosis and management. Histological confirmation of sarcoidosis, when pursued, is obtained via extracardiac biopsy; cardiac involvement is then established using clinical and imaging criteria. Endomyocardial biopsy is reserved for select cases. Immunomodulation, primarily corticosteroids, remains the therapeutic cornerstone, with adjunctive steroid-sparing agents and biologics. Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators are indicated in high-risk patients to prevent ventricular arrhythmias and SCD. HF management follows guideline-directed therapy, reserving advanced therapies for CS-related advanced HF. CS is "the cardiomyopathy of a thousand faces". International consensus emphasizes advanced imaging and multidisciplinary approaches for timely diagnosis and management. While immunomodulation and device therapy have improved outcomes, knowledge gaps persist regarding optimal treatment strategies. Future research should refine diagnostic algorithms, identify CS-specific biomarkers, and develop optimal and novel therapeutics to improve CS management.

10 December 2024 in Hellenic Journal of Cardiology
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GMGeorge Michas
George Michas
ILIoannis Liatakis
Ioannis Liatakis
PNPanagioula Niarchou
Panagioula Niarchou
DKDimitra Kentroti
Dimitra Kentroti
EPEfstathia Prappa
Efstathia Prappa
ATAthanasios Trikas
Athanasios Trikas