meta_analysis
2021
High Quality
Effect of Long-Term Marine Omega-3 Fatty Acids Supplementation on the Risk of Atrial Fibrillation in Randomized Controlled Trials of Cardiovascular Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Gencer B, et al.
Published in Circulation
Key Findings
In RCTs examining cardiovascular outcomes, marine omega-3 supplementation was associated with an increased risk of AF. The risk appeared to be greater in trials testing >1 g/d.
Conclusions
In RCTs examining cardiovascular outcomes, marine omega-3 supplementation was associated with an increased risk of AF. The risk appeared to be greater in trials testing >1 g/d.
Supplements Studied
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Fatty Acid
In RCTs examining cardiovascular outcomes, marine omega-3 supplementation was associated with an increased risk of AF. The risk appeared to be greater in trials testing >1 g/d.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
Year:2021
Sample Size:81,210
Duration:255 weeks
Quality Score:9/10
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