Abstract

Background: Cigarette smoking is a well-established risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, with potential effects on coagulation factors and lipid metabolism. This study aimed to evaluate the levels of plasma fibrinogen and lipid profile parameters in smokers compared to non-smokers. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 50 smokers and 50 age- and sex-matched non smokers. Plasma fibrinogen levels were measured using the clotting method. Lipid profile parameters, including total cholesterol, triglycerides, high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), were assessed using standard laboratory techniques. Differences in fibrinogen and lipid levels between smokers and non-smokers were analyzed using appropriate statistical tests.

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