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Cardiovascular Effects

Meaning

Cardiovascular effects refer to the physiological and pathological changes that a substance, condition, or therapy induces in the heart and blood vessel system. These effects encompass alterations in heart rate, blood pressure, cardiac output, vascular tone, and the integrity of the endothelium. In hormonal health, understanding these effects is paramount, as hormones like estrogen, testosterone, and thyroid hormones exert significant regulatory influence on cardiac function and lipid profiles. Clinical evaluation of cardiovascular effects is essential for assessing the overall safety and benefit profile of any therapeutic intervention.