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VIRGIN COCONUT OIL AS A NATURAL APPROACH TO LOWER SERUM LIPIDS AND INFLAMMATION AFTER ACS

Shasya Ahmad
Published 19 February 2025
Vol. 11, No. 3 (2023)
pp. 40-60
CC BY 4.0
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    Shasya Ahmad
    Centre for Nursing Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, UiTM Selangor Puncak Alam Campus, University Teknologi MARA, Malaysia
    MY

The incidence of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) is on the rise, making it a pressing global health concern. In Malaysia, cardiovascular diseases have consistently ranked as the leading cause of mortality for several decades, with cardiovascular disease contributing significantly to the non-communicable disease-related deaths. Statins, a class of prescription drugs designed to lower cholesterol levels, play a pivotal role in preventing ACS. However, they are associated with statin-related side effects, primarily muscle-related issues, including pain, lethargy, weakness, and myopathy. Observational studies have reported muscle problems in a substantial proportion of patients, ranging from 10% to 30%, while randomized controlled trials have indicated a lower but still significant incidence, affecting up to 5% of patients. Given the increasing significance of ACS, it is crucial to critically identify effective management and treatment strategies for this condition

JournalColumbia Journal of Health Sciences and Nursing
ISSN2998-8179
Volume / IssueVol. 11, No. 3 (2023)
Pages40-60
Published19 February 2025
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LicenseCC BY 4.0 — reuse with attribution
PublisherKeith Publications
Ahmad, S. (2025). VIRGIN COCONUT OIL AS A NATURAL APPROACH TO LOWER SERUM LIPIDS AND INFLAMMATION AFTER ACS. Columbia Journal of Health Sciences and Nursing, Vol. 11 No. 3, pp. 40-60

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