Soccer and Risk of Cardiovascular Events.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Physical and emotional stress have been associated with an increased incidence of acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Sporting events such as soccer matches can cause spectators to experience cardiovascular events. The objective of the present study was to determine whether an association of this type existed during a Spanish league competition.

Methods

We recorded data from patients who were admitted with ACS during 2018 - 2020. Patients were divided into two groups: those who were admitted on the day the local team played and those who were admitted on nonmatch days. We determined various cardiovascular risk factors, including the degree of hostility and anxiety.

Results

Away wins reduced the number of admissions with ACS by 30%, whereas a local loss increased

SUBMITTER: Puche JE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9451593 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature