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Coronary-prone behaviour pattern and myocardial infarction.

V S Chadda1, Y K Mendiratta, L N Gupta

  • 1SP Medical College, Bikaner.

The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India
|June 1, 1992
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Patients with acute myocardial infarction (MI) exhibit a significantly higher incidence of the Type A behavior pattern compared to healthy individuals. This suggests a potential link between this behavioral pattern and the development of heart disease.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Behavioral Science
  • Psychosomatic Medicine

Background:

  • The Type A behavior pattern is characterized by competitiveness, time urgency, and hostility.
  • Previous research suggests a correlation between psychological factors and cardiovascular disease.
  • Understanding behavioral predispositions is crucial for cardiovascular risk assessment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of the coronary-prone behavior pattern, specifically Type A, in patients experiencing acute myocardial infarction (MI).
  • To compare the incidence of Type A behavior in MI patients versus a control group.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 75 patients diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction was recruited.
  • Forty matched control subjects without a history of MI were included for comparison.

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  • A self-administered scale was used to assess the coronary-prone behavior pattern (Type A/B).

    • Main Results:

    • A statistically significant higher incidence of the Type A behavior pattern was observed in patients with acute MI (P < 0.001).
    • The control group demonstrated a lower prevalence of the Type A behavior pattern.

    Conclusions:

    • The findings indicate a strong association between the Type A behavior pattern and the occurrence of acute myocardial infarction.
    • Type A behavior may represent a significant risk factor for developing coronary heart disease.
    • Further research is warranted to explore the mechanisms underlying this association and potential interventions.