Risk factors in patients with ischemic heart diseases

Abstract

Introduction. Myocardial ischemia is a leader in the structure of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. The results of the study of the prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors and the influence of modifiable risk factors could decrease the mortality caused by this disease. Metabolic disorders such as hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia and insulin resistance affect arterial function and increase their susceptibility to atherosclerosis, manifesting including increased frequency of cardiovascular complications, both acute and chronic.