A prospective comparative study on myocardial infarction in smokers and non-smokers

Abstract

Objectives: To analyze the correlation between smoking status (smokers and non-smokers) and various health
parameters, including age, chest pain, breathing difficulties, perspiration, and hypertension. The goal is to
understand the impact of smoking on cardiovascular health. Materials and Methods: A prospective cohort
study was designed and conducted at a third-level healthcare center in Rajahmahendravaram for a period of
6 months with sample size of 100 inpatients and outpatients visiting to the general medicine department. We
included both male and female patients aged between 25 and 75 years. This study did not include women who
were pregnant or nursing. Results: A total of 100 patients were examined based on both inclusive and exclusive
criteria. Among the study population, male patients (83%) were more prone to myocardial infarction (MI) than
the female population (17%). A large portion (74%) of smokers falls within the 31–60 age group and only (25%)
of smokers are in 61–90 age group. Chest pain was experienced by (71%) of the smokers nearly double the rate of
non-smokers (39%). Smokers (68%) report shortness of breath much more frequently than non-smokers (26%).
Sweating was experienced by (72%) of smokers and (39%) by non-smokers. The prevalence of hypertension is
higher in smokers (64%) than in non-smokers (30%). Conclusion: We found that a strong correlation between
smoking and a range of serious health issues. Across our study we found out that male smokers age ranges from
30 to 60 years were more prone to MI than non-smokers. Through preventive measures, cessation programs, and
public health campaigns on smoking is crucial for improving public health.