STEMI Associated with Overuse of Energy Drinks

Solomin, Daniel; Borron, Stephen W.; Watts, Susan

doi:10.1155/2015/537689

Cited by 17 publications

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“…Many of these patients did not have any identifiable cardiac abnormality [44]. A later report described a 26-year-old male smoker who often consumed 8-10 cans of energy drinks a day, who presented with acute inferior ST elevation myocardial infarction [45]. Three young healthy males who consumed large amounts of energy drinks were also reported to have developed acute and highly symptomatic atrial fibrillation [46].…”

Section: Cardiovascular Complications Of Energy Drinksmentioning

confidence: 99%

Cardiovascular and Autonomic Responses to Energy Drinks—Clinical Implications

Somers

Svatikova

2020

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There is an increasing consumption of energy drinks both in the United States and worldwide. The components of these beverages are sometimes unclear but commonly include caffeine, sugars, taurine, and B-vitamins. Young people, particularly those engaged in sports, studying, and in the military are especially likely to be consumers of energy drinks. While limited data are available regarding their autonomic and hemodynamic effects, current literature suggests that energy drink consumption is accompanied by increases in blood pressure, sympathetic drive, and also in QT prolongation. There are no systematic long term studies identifying consequences of frequent energy drink consumption. However, multiple anecdotal reports implicate energy drinks in adverse cardiovascular events including atrial fibrillation, ventricular arrhythmia, myocardial infarction, and sudden death. Events such as atrial fibrillation may even occur in otherwise healthy subjects with structurally normal hearts. It is likely that these cardiovascular outcomes are triggered by the hemodynamic, autonomic, and electrocardiographic responses to energy drink consumption. What remains unclear is how concomitant use of other stimulants such as amphetamines and nicotine may interact to potentiate neural and circulatory responses and cardiovascular consequences when combined with energy drinks.

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Section: Cardiovascular Complications Of Energy Drinksmentioning

confidence: 99%

Cardiovascular and Autonomic Responses to Energy Drinks—Clinical Implications

Somers

Svatikova

2020

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“…A previously healthy 13 year-old boy was admitted to clinic after presenting with 2 h of acute-onset, "crushing", mid-sternal chest pain [66]. He had ingested an ED for the first time 10 h prior.…”

Section: Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissectionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Cardiovascular Complications of Energy Drinks

2015

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Energy drinks (EDs) are gaining popularity every year with a broad consumer base including athletes, amateur competitors, and even those experiencing work-related fatigue. Evidence indicates that a significant number of individuals who consume EDs experience resultant morbidity and/or mortality, with a preponderance of cases involving teenagers and young adults. Adverse effects of ED consumption may occur in healthy persons, however certain individuals may be particularly susceptible to complications. At-risk populations include those of young age, the caffeine-naï ve, or caffeine-sensitive, pregnant women, competitive athletes, and those with underlying cardiovascular disease. This paper summarizes the cardiovascular complications associated with ED use and provides suggestions on consumption of these drinks in various populations.

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“…Two additional cases of STEMI secondary to coronary artery thrombosis in association with ED consumption have been reported [8]. A 32 year-old-man that presented with chest pain after consuming 5 to 6 EDs had ECG fi ndings consistent with STEMI and elevated cardiac enzymes.…”

Section: Citationmentioning

confidence: 97%

“…A 32 year-old-man that presented with chest pain after consuming 5 to 6 EDs had ECG fi ndings consistent with STEMI and elevated cardiac enzymes. Coronary angiography revealed two thrombi, the fi rst obstructing 90% of the left main coronary artery, and the second completely occluding the proximal left anterior descending artery [8]. Interestingly, a study was conducted on 50 healthy subjects with a median age of 22 years.…”

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confidence: 99%