Vitamin D and cardiovascular disease: a novel agent for reducing cardiovascular risk?
| Title | Vitamin D and cardiovascular disease: a novel agent for reducing cardiovascular risk? |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2010 |
| Authors | Anagnostis, P., Athyros V. G., Adamidou F., Florentin M., & Karagiannis A. |
| Journal | Curr Vasc Pharmacol |
| Volume | 8 |
| Issue | 5 |
| Pagination | 720-30 |
| Date Published | 2010 Sep |
| ISSN | 1875-6212 |
| Keywords | Adult, Atherosclerosis, Cardiovascular Diseases, Child, Dietary Supplements, Humans, Prevalence, Risk Factors, Treatment Outcome, Vitamin D, Vitamin D Deficiency |
| Abstract | Vitamin D deficiency is a well-established risk factor for bone disease. Emerging data suggest a pleiotropic role of this agent in a variety of functions in humans. Epidemiological studies indicate an inverse association between vitamin D deficiency and the prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD), as well as individual cardiometabolic risk factors, such as hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia and the metabolic syndrome. Moreover, vitamin D deficiency has been implicated in the atherosclerotic process. This review considers current data regarding the role of vitamin D deficiency in the development of CVD and addresses the effect of supplementation on cardiovascular outcomes. |
| Alternate Journal | Curr Vasc Pharmacol |
| PubMed ID | 20180765 |
