AI Article Synopsis
- Khat chewing is a traditional practice in Yemen that has significant social, economic, and health-related issues.
- Chronic use of khat can lead to serious medical problems, particularly related to the cardiovascular system.
- The main active ingredient, cathinone, can increase the risk of hypertension and acute cardiovascular problems, especially in individuals with Acute Coronary Syndrome who use khat.
Article Abstract
Khat chewing is a deeply rooted habit in Yemen. It has social, economic, and medical problems. Chronic use of khat chewing increases the risk of many medical complications. Cathinone, the main khat leaf constituent, has an indirect sympathomimetic action. The effect of khat chewing and cathinone on the cardiovascular system have been identified, including increased risk of hypertension and acute cardiovascular events, as well as increased risk of cardiovascular complications among patients presenting with Acute Coronary Syndrome who are khat chewers.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9542965 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/heartviews.heartviews_88_21 | DOI Listing |
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