Why the study?
Does the use of oral contraceptives increase the risk of myocardial infarction in women, particularly those who smoke?
Population
Women using oral contraceptives, particularly heavy smokers
Comparison
Oral contraceptives vs Women with neither risk factor
Design
Editorial
Authors
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Oral contraceptive use carries an increased risk of myocardial infarction, which is strikingly synergistic with heavy cigarette smoking.
Does the use of oral contraceptives increase the risk of myocardial infarction in women, particularly those who smoke?
Oral contraceptive use carries an increased risk of myocardial infarction, which is strikingly synergistic with heavy cigarette smoking.
Chasan‐Taber et al. (2001) studied this question.
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