Marijuana linked to increased risk of heart problems
More than two million adults with heart conditions report that they have used or are currently using marijuana, according to a new study.
Observational studies have linked marijuana use to a range of cardiovascular risks, including stroke, arrhythmia and diseases that make it hard for the heart muscle to pump properly, said the researchers.
“Marijuana use, both recreational and medical, is increasing nationally yet many of its cardiovascular effects remain poorly understood,” said lead author Ersilia M DeFilippis from Columbia University in the US.
