Abstract
n-3 Polyunsaturated fatty acids, mainly those contained in fish oils, are candidates for inclusion in secondary prevention programmes for coronary heart disease, based on the results of recent randomized trials in humans. Marine n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids retard coronary atherosclerosis and appear to prevent fatal arrhythmias; and they decrease mortality subsequent to myocardial infarction.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Review
MeSH terms
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Arteriosclerosis / prevention & control
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Cardiovascular Diseases / prevention & control*
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Cardiovascular System*
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Coronary Disease / prevention & control
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Fatty Acids, Omega-3 / therapeutic use*
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Fish Oils / administration & dosage*
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Humans
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Lipid Metabolism
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Myocardial Infarction / mortality
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Myocardial Infarction / prevention & control
Substances
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Fatty Acids, Omega-3
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Fish Oils