Men were explained the reasons for increased risk of heart stoppageScientists have revealed alarming factors causing the stronger sex to experience heart attacks more frequently. Researchers have discovered that men face a significantly higher risk

Cardiologist revealed a group of people with increased risk of sudden cardiac arrest

As reported by TUT.AZ, cardiologist Ekaterina Paukova in an interview with "Lenta.ru" discussed factors that increase the likelihood of sudden cardiac arrest.

According to the specialist, this dangerous condition occurs due to serious heart rhythm disturbances — ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation, during which the heart begins to contract too quickly and loses its ability to pump blood effectively.

"Men face a higher risk of cardiac arrest than women. One of the reasons is their hormonal background - the male body produces significantly less estrogen than the female body. This hormone and its derivatives protect the heart and blood vessels from developing diseases," Paukova explained.

In addition, the doctor noted that high cholesterol levels, smoking, and alcohol abuse increase the probability of cardiac arrest. These factors, according to statistics, are also more common in men.

In men under 40, sudden cardiac arrest is usually associated with arrhythmias, while in older patients it is linked to unrecognized ischemic heart disease. Atherosclerotic plaques form inside the blood vessels, and if such a plaque ruptures, blood flow is disrupted, leading to myocardial infarction, which can result in instant cardiac arrest.

To identify cardiovascular diseases in a timely manner, the cardiologist recommended regular ECG tests, checking cholesterol and blood glucose levels, as well as measuring lipoprotein(a) at least once in a lifetime. Starting from age 18, blood pressure should be monitored at least once a year. If readings exceed 135/85 mm Hg, it is necessary to consult a cardiologist for further examination.