Journal article
The Mortality and Myocardial Effects of Antidepressants Are Moderated by Preexisting Cardiovascular Disease: A Meta-Analysis
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Antidepressants (ADs) are commonly prescribed medications, but their long-term health effects are debated. ADs disrupt multiple adaptive processes regulated by evolutionarily ancient biochemicals, potentially increasing mortality. However, many ADs also have anticlotting properties that can be efficacious in treating cardiovascular disease. We conducted a meta-analysis assessing the effects of ADs on all-cause mortality and …
Authors
Maslej MM; Bolker BM; Russell MJ; Eaton K; Durisko Z; Hollon SD; Swanson GM; Thomson JA; Mulsant BH; Andrews PW
Journal
Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, Vol. 86, No. 5, pp. 268–282
Publisher
Karger Publishers
Publication Date
2017
DOI
10.1159/000477940
ISSN
0033-3190