William S Harris1, Yongsoon Park, William L Isley. 1. Lipid and Diabetes Research Center, Saint Luke's Hospital, University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Medicine, 64111, USA. wharris@saint-lukes.org
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Of all known dietary factors, long-chain omega-3 fatty acids may be the most protective against death from coronary heart disease. New evidence has confirmed and refined the cardioprotective role of these fatty acids. RECENT FINDINGS: Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation reduces the risk of sudden cardiac death and death from any cause within 4 months in post-myocardial infarction patients. Evidence continues to accrue for benefits in the primary prevention of coronary heart disease and stroke, and an anti-arrhythmogenic mechanism is emerging as the most likely explanation. SUMMARY: Current evidence suggests that individuals with coronary artery disease may reduce their risk of sudden cardiac death by increasing their intake of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids by approximately 1 g per day.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Of all known dietary factors, long-chain omega-3 fatty acids may be the most protective against death from coronary heart disease. New evidence has confirmed and refined the cardioprotective role of these fatty acids. RECENT FINDINGS:Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation reduces the risk of sudden cardiac death and death from any cause within 4 months in post-myocardial infarctionpatients. Evidence continues to accrue for benefits in the primary prevention of coronary heart disease and stroke, and an anti-arrhythmogenic mechanism is emerging as the most likely explanation. SUMMARY: Current evidence suggests that individuals with coronary artery disease may reduce their risk of sudden cardiac death by increasing their intake of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids by approximately 1 g per day.
Authors: Gladys Castaño; Maria L Arruzazabala; Lilia Fernández; Rosa Mas; Daisy Carbajal; Vivian Molina; José Illnait; Sarahí Mendoza; Rafael Gámez; Melbis Mesa; Julio Fernández Journal: Curr Ther Res Clin Exp Date: 2006-05