Sex differences in the physiological responses to cardiac rehabilitation: a systematic review
J. Bouakkar,
T.J. Pereira,
H. Johnston
et al.
Abstract:Background
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in Canada. Many heart disease patients are referred for cardiac rehabilitation, a multidisciplinary outpatient program often consisting of exercise training. Cardiac rehabilitation has been proven to be a successful secondary preventative measure in reducing mortality and improving overall health in heart disease patients, and its completion is important for both sexes as there is growing evidence that women benefit as much as men, … Show more
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