Gender differences in triggering of acute myocardial infarction

Am J Cardiol. 2000 Mar 15;85(6):753-6, A8. doi: 10.1016/s0002-9149(99)00854-1.

Abstract

The frequencies of potential triggers of acute myocardial infarction differ between men and women. There is a possibility that anti-ischemic drugs protect against trigger-related infarctions.

MeSH terms

  • Adrenergic beta-Antagonists / therapeutic use
  • Calcium Channel Blockers / therapeutic use
  • Circadian Rhythm
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Logistic Models
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Myocardial Infarction / epidemiology
  • Myocardial Infarction / etiology*
  • Nitrates / therapeutic use
  • Physical Exertion
  • Risk Factors
  • Sex Factors
  • Stress, Psychological

Substances

  • Adrenergic beta-Antagonists
  • Calcium Channel Blockers
  • Nitrates