According to a study conducted by researchers at the University of Washington, in the United States, published in the journal Nature Medicine, Covid infection would increase the risk of cardiovascular disease by 55% for at least a year. This would concern all patients, including those who have not had a serious form.
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Published on August 17, 2022 at 3:16 p.m.,
updated on August 17, 2022 at 4:18 p.m.
Pulmonary embolism, stroke, heart rhythm disorders. The study conducted by American researchers notes an increase in cases of cardiovascular disease in patients with Covid in the previous year. All patients are concerned, even those in good health and without risk.
Dr André Atallah, cardiologist
Be careful, however, do not panic, this American study has certain limits.
It was carried out on veterans, that is to say mainly men aged on average 60 and infected at the start of the epidemic without the possibility of vaccination and before the arrival of the variants. This study should still encourage us to remain vigilant and not to hesitate to consult your doctor.
Dr André Atallah, cardiologist
According to scientists, the risk of complications following a Covid infection, all cardiovascular diseases combined, would be increased by more than 50%. And this risk would be even greater for those who have been hospitalized.
The results of this study also indicate that the risks of developing these observed diseases exist but they decrease over time.
