A Systematic Review on the Effects of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons on Cardiometabolic Impairment

Conclusions: Most studies included in this systematic review reported a significant positive association of PAH exposure with increased risk of CVDs and its major risk factors including elevated BP and obesity. These findings should be confirmed by longitudinal studies with long ‑term follow‑up.Keywords: Blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, myocardial infarction, polycyclic aromatichydrocarbon
Source: International Journal of Preventive Medicine - Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research