Exposure to Perfluoroalkyl Chemicals and Cardiovascular Disease ...
WEBJul 9, 2021 · Serum levels of MPAH and PFDO were positively associated with congestive heart failure; PFNA, PFDA, and PFUA were positively associated with coronary heart disease; PFUA and PFDO were positively associated with angina pectoris; and PFNA was positively associated with heart attack.
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) - American Heart Association
WEBSep 26, 2023 · The American Heart Association explains patent foramen ovale (PFO) or hole in the heart, which affects millions of people and can cause a stroke. Learn more.
Increased Cardiovascular Risk Associated with Chemical Sensitivity …
WEBJan 8, 2020 · Perfluoro–alkyl substances (PFAS), particularly perfluoro–octanoic acid (PFOA), are persisting environmental chemicals showing bioaccumulation in human tissues. Recently, exposure to PFAS has been associated with increased prevalence of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs).
Perfluorooctanoic Acid and Cardiovascular Disease in US Adults
WEBOct 8, 2012 · Compared with subjects in quartile 1 of PFOA levels, the multivariable-adjusted OR (95% CI) in quartile 4 was 2.24 (1.02-4.94) for the presence of coronary heart disease and 4.26 (1.84-9.89) for the presence of stroke.
Epidemiologic Evidence on the Health Effects of Perfluorooctanoic …
WEBApr 27, 2010 · Data on the human health effects of PFOA are sparse. There is relatively consistent evidence of modest positive associations with cholesterol and uric acid, although the magnitude of the cholesterol effect is inconsistent across different exposure levels.
Exposure to PFAS associated with increased blood lipids, possible …
WEBMay 31, 2023—Increased exposure to certain types of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) is associated with increased blood lipid levels in adults, according to a new study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Potential health effects of PFAS chemicals | ATSDR
WEBCDC/ATSDR recognizes that exposure to high levels of PFAS may impact the immune system.
Modeled PFOA Exposure and Coronary Artery Disease, …
WEBSep 26, 2014 · Objectives: In this study we examined the association between modeled PFOA exposure and incident hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and coronary artery disease among workers at a Mid-Ohio Valley chemical plant that used PFOA, and residents of the surrounding community.
Perfluorooctanoic acid and cardiovascular disease in US adults
WEBOct 8, 2012 · Serum PFOA levels were examined in quartiles. The main outcomes of interest were self-reported CVD, including coronary heart disease and stroke, and objectively measured peripheral arterial disease (PAD), defined as an ankle-brachial blood pressure index of less than 0.9.
Perfluorooctanoic Acid, does it really cause heart disease?
WEBAug 12, 2012 · Previous animal and indirect studies have suggested that PFOA exposure may harm the heart and blood vessels. The results of this cross sectional study suggest that adults with the...