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Calcium effects on vascular endpoints
dc.contributor.author | Patel, Vaishali B | |
dc.contributor.author | Vacek, James L | |
dc.contributor.author | Graves, Leland | |
dc.contributor.author | Bhattacharya, Rajib K | |
dc.date.accessioned | 2015-07-16T12:33:00Z | |
dc.date.available | 2015-07-16T12:33:00Z | |
dc.date.issued | 2012-03-27 | en_US |
dc.identifier.uri | http://hdl.handle.net/2271/1341 | en_US |
dc.description.abstract | Abstract Calcium is one of the most abundant minerals in the body and its metabolism is one of the basic biologic processes in humans. Although historically linked primarily to bone structural development and maintenance, calcium is now recognized as a key component of many physiologic pathways necessary for optimum health including cardiovascular, neurological, endocrine, renal, and gastrointestinal systems. A recent meta-analysis published in August 2011 showed a potential increase in cardiovascular events related to calcium supplementation. The possible mechanism of action of this correlation has not been well elucidated. This topic has generated intense interest due to the widespread use of calcium supplements, particularly among the middle aged and elderly who are at the most risk from cardiac events. Prior studies did not control for potential confounding factors such as the use of statins, aspirin or other medications. These controversial results warrant additional well-designed studies to investigate the relationship between calcium supplementation and cardiovascular outcomes. The purpose of this review is to highlight the current literature in regards to calcium supplementation and cardiovascular health; and to identify areas of future research. | |
dc.title | Calcium effects on vascular endpoints | |
dc.type | Article | en_US |
dc.identifier.doi | 10.1186/1743-7075-9-24 | en_US |
dc.date.updated | 2012-05-23T11:13:10Z | |
dc.description.version | Peer Reviewed | |
dc.rights.holder | Patel et al.; licensee BioMed Central Ltd. | |
dc.rights.accessrights | openAccess | en_US |
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