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Microplastics in atherosclerosis could exacerbate the cardiovascular risk: A systematic review
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Tiny plastic particles called microplastics — which we're exposed to through food, water, and air — may be building up in the fatty deposits that clog our arteries, potentially making heart disease worse. This review pulls together existing research on the topic and suggests these plastic bits could be an overlooked risk factor for heart attacks and strokes, though scientists are still working out exactly how much harm they cause. If confirmed, this means reducing plastic exposure in daily life could become an important part of protecting heart health.
Our review is about viewing emerging topic these days about microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) and its impact on cardiovascular disease, especially atherosclerosis. Our study aims to systematically review the evidence regarding the effects of MNPs in human atherosclerotic disease. This review is to open a new paradigm about how MNPs can interact with our body, and how it could exacerbate the cardiovascular disease.
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