Despite the uncertainty regarding its pathophysiology, acute coronary syndromes have a pronounced trend of occurring in the first hour after inhalation of marijuana. 6 Cannabis is also established to aggravate coronary ischemia in patients with known long-standing coronary artery disease and potentially trigger a myocardial infarction. 7 Connection of Cannabis Use with Sudden Cardiac Death A case series reports three young patients, where the recent use of marijuana is suggested to have caused cardiac arrest. 8 The first patient was found collapsed at home in asystole and required cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for restoration of spontaneous circulation (ROSC).
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What is the Association of Cannabis Consumption and Cardiovascular Complications?
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