Circadian medicine: a critical strategy for cardiac care

Nature Reviews Cardiology, Published online: 29 August 2023; doi:10.1038/s41569-023-00925-8In patients with an acute myocardial infarction, disrupted circadian rhythms during the initial days in the cardiac intensive care unit, caused by factors such as noise, excessive night-time light and frequent patient–staff interactions, can have devastating effects on cardiac repair and long-term prognosis. Providing care that aligns with the patient’s natural circadian rhythms is critical for optimum long-term recovery. Incorporating ‘circadian medicine’ into clinical practice will provide important health-care benefits.
Source: Nature Reviews Cardiology - Category: Cardiology Authors: Source Type: research