Heart Failure -  Risk Factors with research studies described below.

Heart Failure  Risk Factors with research studies described below.


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High Blood Pressure (Hypertension): According to a clinical trial published in Circulation, the lifetime risk of developing Congenital Heart Failure doubles in individuals with uncontrolled blood pressure readings of over 160/100.
(https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12473553)


Coronary Artery Disease or Ischaemic Heart Disease: Coronary Artery Disease is the most common form of heart disease and a major contributor to heart failure. It occurs when the coronary arteries become narrowed or blocked due to the build up of plaque made of fatty deposits.


Diabetes: According to a study published in JAMA journal in 1979 there is a clear link between diabetes and risk of developing Congestive Heart Failure.
(https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/430798/)

Obesity: According to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2002, individuals with obesity had a double risk of heart failure as compared to people with normal body mass index.


Smoking: The harmful chemicals in tobacco smoke damage blood vessels, reduce oxygen in the blood, and increase the risk of developing heart diseases
such as coronary artery disease and high blood pressure.

Excessive Alcohol Consumption: According to a study published in 2002, in the U.S. chronic misuse of alcohol is the leading cause of a non-ischaemic, dilated cardiomyopathy.
(https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12006456/)



Poor Diet: According to a study published in American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, poor dietary choices increase risk of coronary artery disease, which is a well recognised cause of heart failure. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11010931/)


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