Why only deaths from IHD causes were included?

In this study, only deaths from Ischaemic Heart Disease (IHD) causes were included based on the most robust and strong evidence that exists for exposure to road traffic noise and the development of cardiovascular disease, in particular, Ischaemic Heart Disease (IHD). The research team focused on mortality from IHD causes, following an accepted methodology outlined in the “Environmental Noise in Europe” report from the European Environment Agency (EEA), published in 2020.

For more information, visit: https://www.eea.europa.eu/publications/environmental-noise-in-europe