The impact of COVID-19 on cardiovasuar system

Background. Recent scientific reports have shown that there is a correlation between Covid 19 infection and cardiovascular function. This virus can exacerbate existing cardiovascular diseases and also cause the onset of new cardiovascular diseases. The purpose of this review is to present the effects of SARS-COV-2 virus infection on the cardiovascular system. Review methods. The literature review was conducted using the PubMed search engine. Brief description of the state of knowledge. Individuals with cardiovascular disease who have contracted the virus are at higher risk for serious clinical complications such as myocarditis, heart failure and pulmonary embolism, leading to higher mortality rates in this group of patients. The pathophysiological mechanisms underlying the effects of COVID-19 on the cardiovascular system are still poorly understood. However, the results of this review suggest that it may cause direct myocardial damage, as well as contribute to the development of cytokine storm effect and right ventricular burden due to pulmonary embolism. Conclusions. COVID 19 pandemic and cardiovascular disease are currently a great challenge for modern medicine. The fact that the two disease entities interact makes it crucial to further explore the relationship between these diseases. This review underscores the need for continued research into the effects of COVID-19 on the cardiovascular system, as well as the importance of early detection and treatment of cardiovascular complications in infected patients.