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Title
Climate and environmental triggers of acute myocardial infarction
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Abstract
Over the past few decades, a growing body of epidemiological and clinical evidence has led to heightened concerns about the potential shortand long-term deleterious effects of the environment on cardiovascular health, including the risk for acute myocardial infarction (AMI). This review highlights the increased risk of AMI caused by exposure to air pollution and cold temperatures. These factors should be considered modifiable risk factors in the prevention of cardiovascular disease. The current body of knowledge about the biological mechanisms linking environmental changes to atherothrombotic events and the impact of climate change on cardiovascular health are discussed. Finally, recommendations for prevention and public policy are presented.
Language
English
Source (journal)
European heart journal. - London
Publication
Oxford : Oxford univ press , 2017
ISSN
0195-668X [Print]
1522-9645 [Online]
DOI
10.1093/EURHEARTJ/EHW151
Volume/pages
38 :13 (2017) , p. 955-960
ISI
000397915000009
Pubmed ID
27106953
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Last edited 09.10.2023
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