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Relationship Between Melatonin and Cardiovascular Disease
Flora Ozkalayci1, Umut Kocabas2, Betul U Altun3
1Cardiology, Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Istanbul, TUR.
Cureus
|March 3, 2021
Summary
Melatonin may offer cardiovascular benefits by reducing inflammation, a key factor in coronary artery disease (CAD). Further research could establish melatonin
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Science
- Endocrinology
- Inflammation Research
Background:
- Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a major global health concern.
- Inflammation plays a critical role in the development of atherosclerotic plaques.
- Melatonin's cardiovascular benefits are recognized but underutilized in clinical practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the role of melatonin in cardiovascular disease (CVD).
- To investigate melatonin's impact on CVD risk factors.
- To highlight the potential of melatonin in cardiovascular health.
Main Methods:
- Literature search via PubMed, Wikipedia, and Google.
- Review of existing studies on melatonin and cardiovascular effects.
- Synthesis of data on melatonin's influence on CVD and risk factors.
Main Results:
- Inflammation is a significant contributor to atherosclerotic plaque formation.
- Studies indicate melatonin possesses favorable effects on the cardiovascular system.
- Melatonin's therapeutic potential in managing CVD and its risk factors is suggested.
Conclusions:
- Melatonin's anti-inflammatory properties are relevant to cardiovascular protection.
- Further clinical investigation is warranted to integrate melatonin into CVD management.
- Melatonin may represent a promising therapeutic agent for cardiovascular health.
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