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ACC 2017: CV Risk Factors
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Research includes a possible link between Zika & CV issues, CV effects of cannabis use, and neurocognitive impairment with PCSK9 variants.
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Presentations at the American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Sessions included potential heart issues related to Zika infection, risk of stroke and heart failure with cannabis use, and neurocognitive impairment with PCSK9 variants.
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