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Cardioprotective Effect

Meaning

Cardioprotective effect describes the beneficial actions of a substance, therapy, or physiological state that actively shields the heart and the entire cardiovascular system from injury, disease, or functional decline. This influence involves mechanisms that mitigate risks such as atherosclerosis, ischemia, and hypertension. In the context of hormonal health, it refers to the systemic protective role that certain endogenous hormones, like estradiol, exert on vascular integrity and cardiac function. Maintaining this protective state is paramount for longevity and quality of life.