PETER B. FRECHIE, D.O.

JENKINTOWN, PA

Research Active
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology NPI registered 21+ years 2 publications 1999 – 2000 NPI: 1568465524
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
Tomography, X-Ray ComputedDiagnosis, DifferentialFibrinolytic AgentsVocal Cord ParalysisDeglutition DisordersDilatation, PathologicSyndromeHeart AtriaHematomaNerve Compression SyndromesEchocardiography, Doppler, ColorHoarsenessMitral Valve ProlapseRecurrent Laryngeal NerveFascia

Practice Location

261 OLD YORK RD
JENKINTOWN, PA 19046-3724

Phone: (215) 885-4700

What does PETER FRECHIE research?

Dr. Frechie studies how heart diseases can lead to unusual and often overlooked complications in patients. One key area of his focus is the connection between heart conditions like mitral valve prolapse and voice problems, such as hoarseness and swallowing difficulties. He has explored how certain heart treatments, such as alteplase used during heart attacks, can result in serious bleeding complications. His work is particularly relevant to patients who may experience these interconnected health issues and to the doctors treating them.

Key findings

  • Identified a new link between mitral valve prolapse and vocal cord paralysis in an 83-year-old patient, helping to inform better diagnoses.
  • Documented a case of significant bleeding (subfascial hematoma) in a patient following alteplase therapy for a heart attack, indicating a rare but serious complication.
  • Highlighted the importance of recognizing vocal cord issues in patients with heart conditions, potentially improving patient outcomes.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Frechie study complications from heart conditions?
Yes, he specifically examines how heart issues can lead to unusual problems, such as vocal cord paralysis.
What treatments has Dr. Frechie researched?
He has researched the effects of alteplase, a drug used for heart attacks, and its potential to cause bleeding complications.
Is Dr. Frechie's work relevant to older patients with heart conditions?
Yes, his findings are particularly relevant to older patients, as demonstrated by his study involving an 83-year-old woman.

Publications in plain English

Ortner's syndrome in association with mitral valve prolapse.

2000

Clinical cardiology

Kishan CV, Wongpraparut N, Adeleke K, Frechie P, Kotler MN

Plain English
This study examined an 83-year-old woman with multiple heart issues, including mitral valve prolapse, who experienced a hoarse voice and difficulty swallowing. Tests showed that her left vocal cord was paralyzed, likely due to her heart condition, which has not been reported before in connection with mitral valve prolapse. This finding is important because it highlights a new link between heart problems and vocal cord issues, potentially helping doctors recognize similar cases in the future. Who this helps: This helps patients with heart conditions and their doctors.

PubMed

Massive subfascial hematoma after alteplase therapy for acute myocardial infarction.

1999

The American journal of the medical sciences

Khanlou H, Malhotra G, Khanlou N, Eiger G, Frechie P

Plain English
This study looked at a case where a patient developed a significant bleeding complication known as a subfascial hematoma after receiving alteplase, a drug used to treat heart attacks. The patient showed symptoms like skin discoloration and a drop in hemoglobin levels, which indicated this rare complication. It's important for doctors to recognize that this kind of bleeding can happen with alteplase treatment, even without any injury. Who this helps: Patients undergoing alteplase treatment for heart attacks.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

C V Kishan N Wongpraparut K Adeleke M N Kotler H Khanlou G Malhotra N Khanlou G Eiger

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