A study using Swedish registry data has uncovered alarming trends among adults with myocardial infarctions (MIs) and ADHD, notably those diagnosed have a higher propensity for smoking and chronic diseases like COPD. While clinical assessments revealed minimal differences with ADHD patients having slightly altered cholesterol levels, they were found at a greater risk for previous bleeding events and chronic smoking habits. Alarmingly, these patients showed lower engagement in post-MI follow-up care, adversely impacting their recovery and increasing long-term mortality risk. The findings highlight the urgent need for targeted interventions in this demographic to improve health outcomes.
Adults with a history of ADHD who experience myocardial infarction face increased risks of smoking, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and a higher all-cause mortality rate.
Despite facing greater cardiometabolic risks and a lack of significant clinical differences, patients with MI and ADHD show disinterest in follow-up care post-discharge.
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