Why the study?
What are the effects of different levels of alcohol consumption on the cardiovascular system?
Population
Individuals consuming alcohol (chronic, heavy, or moderate)
Design
Review
Authors
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Clinicians should discourage heavy drinking to avert cardiomyopathy risk; leaves open net CV effects of moderate intake.
What are the effects of different levels of alcohol consumption on the cardiovascular system?
Heavy alcohol consumption is cardiotoxic and causes cardiomyopathy, but cessation can restore function, while moderate intake may protect against coronary heart disease.
Kouvaras et al. (1986) studied this question.
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