TLDR Korean patients with androgenetic alopecia may have a higher risk of heart-related health issues and could benefit from early heart screening and healthier lifestyles.
In a study of 1,884 Korean patients, researchers found that those with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) had a significantly higher prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia, stroke, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic syndrome compared to those without hair loss. Lifestyle factors like smoking and drinking were also more common in the AGA group. The study, which used the Basic and Specific (BASP) classification, indicated that male patients, those with late-onset AGA, and those with more severe hair loss were at an increased risk of hypertension and diabetes. Despite adjustments for confounding factors, diabetes and dyslipidemia remained significantly associated with AGA. The findings suggest that AGA may serve as an indicator of increased cardiovascular risk, and patients with AGA could benefit from early cardiovascular screening and lifestyle interventions.
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