The influence of anabolic steroids on physiologic processes and exercise
Anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) are a group of synthetic compunds that mimic the effects of testosterone in the body[1]. AAS are often abused by individuals to utilize their anabolic effect with the intended purpose of increasing lean muscle mass. AAS can have profound effects on the cardiovascular system with extended abuse.
Cardiovascular Effects[edit | edit source]
AAS abuse puts users at a significantly increased risk of mortality, which has been attributed to pathological changes in the cardiovascular system[2].
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ National Institute on Drug Abuse. Anabolic Steroids. http://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/anabolic-steroids (accessed November 10, 2015)
- ↑ Achar S, Rostamian A, Narayan SM. Cardiac and metabolic effects of anabolic-androgenic steroid abuse on lipids, blood pressure, left ventricular dimensions, and rhythm. The American journal of cardiology. 2010 Sep 15;106(6):893-901. PubMed PMID: 20816133. Pubmed Central PMCID: PMC4111565. Epub 2010/09/08. eng.
