What are the risk factors of myocardial infarction?

Risk Factors

  1. Hypertonic disease
  2. Disruptions in the metabolism of lipids
  3. Obesity
  4. Inherited hypercholesterolemia
  5. Biliary problems
    The above factors lead to the development of atherosclerosis
  6. Age (above 50 years old)
  7. Sex (Gender) (From 50-60 years old, males are at higher risk. From 60-70 years old, females are at higher risk.)
  8. Profession
  9. Smoking
  10. Lifestyle
  11. Pollution

Medically Reviewed by a doctor on 24 Jan 2018
Medical Author: Dr. med. Diana Hysi