ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) – when the main coronary artery is completely blocked. Recent research has confirmed the predictions of scientists. Doctors analyzed data from 10,528 patients diagnosed with STEMI in Irish hospitals from 2013 to 2018, and on what day of the week such hospitalizations occurred.
It turned out to be Monday. In addition, the number of patients with STEMI increases on Sunday and reaches its peak on Monday. Scientists suggest that this is due to circadian rhythms — sleep and wake cycles.
“This study contributes to the timing of particularly severe heart attacks, but we now need to find out what makes them more likely on certain days of the week. This could help doctors better understand the terminal illness to save more lives,” explains co-author Professor Sir Nilesh. The importance of hay study.
Source: Ferra
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