Comparison of Atherogenic Index of Plasma between Patients Suffering From Myocardial Infarction and Adults without Known Cardiovascular Disease

Background: Studies suggest that myocardial infarction is the major cause of mortality worldwide. Atherogenic index of plasma (AIP) is a sensitive marker in the diagnosis of myocardial infarction. In this study, we aim to find out the association of AIP with myocardial infarction. Methods: AIP was calculated by taking the logarithm of the ratio of triglyceride (TG) to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C). The data analyzed using the odds ratio (RR) along with a 95% confidence interval (CI) and univariable logistic regression analysis. Results: Total 28 diagnosed MI patients from emergency ward and 28 patients who attended OPD of Tripura Medical College with no known cardiovascular diseases were selected in the study. Study showed a higher level of TG in MI patients as compared to healthy Non MI patients. HDL-C was higher in Non MI patients than MI patients. The mean atherogenic index of plasma was markedly higher among myocardial infarction patients (0.358 ± 0.310) compared to Non MI patients (0.034 ± 0.159), and the difference was statistically significant (p < 0.001). Conclusion: Atherogenic index of plasma (AIP) has a strong association with myocardial infarction and it can be used as a predictive risk factor for cardio vascular diseases like myocardial infarction.