The role of <i>Helicobacter pylori</i> in cardiovascular toxicity mechanisms

Abstract

Despite the long history of the concept where infection plays a significant role in cardiovascular diseases (atherosclerosis in particular), today it is relevant and represented a significant interest.This article discusses H. pylori role in mechanisms of cardiovascular homeostasis disturbance. H. pylori involvement in atherogenic damage of arteries, and/or plaque destabilization is no doubt. This vidence is detailed in this review article.

Keywords

• cardiovascular toxicity
• h. pylori
• atherogenesis