Gender Gap in Heart Attack Survival Rates Revealed

New Swiss study shows women have significantly lower survival rates after cardiac arrest and receive less intensive care than men.

Key Takeaways

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Women have worse survival rates after cardiac arrest compared to men in Switzerland
Women are 18% less likely to be admitted to intensive care units
The study analyzed data from 42,000 patients between 2008-2022

By The Numbers

42%

Female mortality rate after cardiac arrest

36%

Male mortality rate after cardiac arrest

45%

Women receiving invasive cardiac treatments

54%

Men receiving invasive cardiac treatments

They Said

"The authors cite various reasons for this disparity, including biological differences, socio-cultural factors and unconscious thought patterns that favour men"
— Study Authors

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