Regular alcohol consumption in adult males was associated with significant alterations in cardiac structure and function as evaluated by echocardiography.
Does regular alcohol consumption alter echocardiographic parameters of cardiac structure and function in adult males?
Regular heavy alcohol consumption in adult males is associated with significant echocardiographic alterations in cardiac structure and function.
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Background: Alcohol intake has been implicated in various cardiovascular complications. However, limited echocardiographic data exist on habitual alcohol consumers within the Nigerian population. Echocardiography offers a non-invasive and reliable method for evaluating cardiac structure and function. This investigation explored the long-term effects of regular alcohol consumption on cardiac morphology and function, focusing on residents of the Rumuekini communities in Rivers State. Methods: Forty-eight adult males voluntarily participated in the study, each completing a structured questionnaire prior to echocardiographic assessment. Information on demographic profile, drinking habits, symptoms, and clinical examination findings was collected by a trained interviewer. Cardiac imaging was performed using an ATL high-definition ultrasound system, adhering to a standardized protocol. Measurements were compared with established Nigerian reference values for normal echocardiographic parameters. Approval for the study was granted by community authorities. Results: The participants had a mean age of 33.9 ± 16.1 years, average BMI of 23.83 ± 3.43 kg/m², mean systolic blood pressure of 129.8 ± 21.1 mmHg, and diastolic pressure of 77.48 ± 13.9 mmHg. The reported average daily alcohol consumption was 74.88 ± 45.5 units. Echocardiography revealed a mean left atrial diameter of 3.48 ± 0.45 cm, left ventricular mass index (LVM/BSA) of 181.2 ± 284 g/m², ejection fraction of 61.66 ± 15.1%, and E/A ratio of 1.48 ± 0.49. Conclusion: Regular alcohol consumption in this population was linked to notable alterations in cardiac structure and function affecting both the left and right sides of the heart.
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