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| Fri Aug 07th, 2009 07:23 pm |
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According to the autopsy, Billy Mays is now reported to have had cocaine in his system at the time of his death.
The report also concluded that although heart disease was the cause of death, his use of cocaine was a contributor. Billy Mays use of the drug reportedly had a “cumulative effect,” that became a catalyst in the failure of his heart.
Here’s a brief snippet from the Hillsborough County press release:
"From the presence of metabolites of cocaine and the absence of cocaine itself, it was concluded that Mr. Mays used cocaine in the few days prior to his death but not immediately prior to death.”
Also mentioned in the report was the overall effect of cocaine on the heart. The drug apparently causes a raise in blood pressure, which can thicken the wall of the left ventricle. That effect can then lead to “atherosclerosis in the coronary arteries.”
To put it simply, coke can effing kill you. Here’s a video about his drug use:
Billy Mays Cocaine Video
Officials did not specify how much of the drug the pitchman used, and stopped short of calling it excessive. They stated that it did not appear he used it immediately before his death.
Billy Mays family however, seemed to brush aside the reported drug use, claiming the autopsy summary “contains speculative conclusions." Here is part of their statement:
"Given the hectic nature and pace of Billy's life… it was not surprising to hear that hypertension was the cause of his death. We… are actively considering an independent evaluation of the autopsy results.”
There were also traces of other prescription drugs in his system, including xanax, valium, hydrocodone, oxycodone and tramadol. None of the other drugs were listed as contributors of his death.
Billy Mays does have a family history of Heart Disease. May he rest in peace.
Billy Mays Pictures
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