Night shift work and indicators of cardiovascular risk. A systematic review and meta-analysis

Night shift work linked to various indices of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk in this systematic review and meta-analysis. 81 studies were evaluated. Extracts: ·        “Dose-dependent effects were reported for these cardiovascular risk indicators, suggesting that the intensity and duration of night shift work contribute to risk of CVD” ·        “This systematic review reports moderate-confidence evidence for inflammation,… Continue reading Night shift work and indicators of cardiovascular risk. A systematic review and meta-analysis

Night shift work and indicators of cardiovascular risk: a systematic review and meta-analysis

This may interest people – a meta-analysis and systematic review of the effects night shift work has on markers of cardiovascular risk. Not a summary – you can read the full open access paper. 81 studies met inclusion criteria – 14 cohort and 67 cross-sectional. Findings: ·        “Night shift work is associated with increased inflammation ·        “HDL-C… Continue reading Night shift work and indicators of cardiovascular risk: a systematic review and meta-analysis