Atherosclerosis
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Meta Analysis
Sugar sweetened beverages consumption and risk of coronary heart disease: a meta-analysis of prospective studies.
To summarize the evidence with respect to sugar sweetened beverages (SSBs) consumption and risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) and to recommend field standards for future analysis on this topic. ⋯ Our meta-analysis of four studies suggests that consumption of SSBs may increase risk of CHD, especially among men and American populations. However, this finding was based on limited studies; further studies are warranted to critically evaluate the relationship.
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To assess the association between acute kidney injury and exposure to either high-potency statins or low-potency statins. ⋯ Use of high-potency statins is associated with an increased risk of acute kidney injury compared with low-potency statins in the first 6 months after starting therapy.