Parmacologic treatment of depression in patients with myocardial infarction
10.3724/SP.J.1263.2011.00121
- Author:
Jeonghoon HA
;
Cheukkit WONG
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
depression;
coronary disease;
pharmacologic treatment
- From:
Journal of Geriatric Cardiology
2011;08(2):121-126
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Depression is a common medical problem and is more prevalent among patients with coronary artery disease.Whether early detection and treatment of depression will enhance cardiovascular outcome is uncertain.Obviously,the safety and efficacy of the anti-depression drugs is an important link.This article reviews the pathophysiologic and behavioural links between depression and cardiovascular disease progression,the treatment of depression,and the potential benefits of anti-depressants in patients with coronary disease.
