Dim light at night worsens cardiac autonomic dysregulation in female diabetic mice

Heart Rhythm 2026 Open access

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Authors: Abhilash Prabhat, Shrishti Naidu, Isabel G. Stumpf, Tanya S. Seward, Elizabeth A. Schroder, Brian P. Delisle
DOI: 10.1016/j.hrthm.2026.01.010
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Abstract

Cardiovascular autonomic neuropathy (CAN) is a common complication of diabetes mellitus. CAN is characterized by impaired cardiovascular autonomic control and is associated with increased mortality, especially among women with type 2 diabetes.1 Identifying environmental factors that exacerbate the CAN-associated phenotype may reveal modifiable strategies to reduce cardiovascular risk.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Heart Rate Variability and Autonomic Control Neuroscience of respiration and sleep Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Heart Rhythm
Volume
23
Issue
7
Pages
e1158–e1160
Publication date
8 January 2026
Language
EN