One of the components used in present day medication for illnesses like cancer and epilepsy could also prevent heart attacks, a new study has suggested. Heart attacks are normally caused by the formation of a blood
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One of the components used in present day medication for illnesses like cancer and epilepsy could also prevent heart attacks, says new study. (Thinkstock)
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one of the blood vessels that supply the heart with oxygen and nutrients. The body has a natural defence system to prevent blood clots – the fibrinolytic system, which ‘sprays’ a special enzyme over the clots to break them down before they manage to obstruct the vessel. However, in order to function properly, this system needs sufficient quantities of the enzyme to be stored in the vessel wall. Unfortunately these stores are often depleted because of hereditary and lifestyle factors, such as high blood pressure, smoking and overweight, which probably increases the risk of a heart attack. Researchers at the University of Gothenburg’s Sahlgrenska Academy have been looking at a way to stimulate the clot-dissolving system. The results have been promising and have opened the door to new ways of preventing heart attacks.Read Full: Cancer medicine component could prevent heart attacks - Indian Express
