Is Long COVID Affecting the Heart?
Study points to increased cardiovascular events post-infection
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Long COVID patients may have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, regardless of the severity of their initial COVID-19 infection.
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The study analyzed healthcare data from over 1.2 million adults, focusing on those aged 18–65 with physician-diagnosed long COVID.
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Approximately 9,000 individuals with long COVID experienced more cardiovascular events compared to those without the condition.
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Long COVID was associated with increased risks of cardiac arrhythmias and coronary artery disease after adjusting for other risk factors.
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The findings emphasize the need for ongoing monitoring and structured follow-up for cardiovascular risk in long COVID patients.
