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Cardiovascular effects of continued vs. discontinued anabolic-androgenic steroid use: a longitudinal follow-up study.
European heart journal. Cardiovascular Imaging·October 12, 2026·PMID 42863457
Why it mattersAnabolic steroid use is common in strength-training populations, yet longitudinal cardiac outcomes are poorly defined. This study provides evidence that cardiac dysfunction may be reversible after stopping AAS and that treating hypertension in active users could mitigate systolic impairment, informing counseling and monitoring strategies.
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