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Findings from Duke University, Duke Clinical Research Institute broaden understanding of heart disease
December 28th, 2008
Data detailed in 'Impact of anemia on physical function and survival among patients with coronary artery disease' have been presented. "Anemia is a purported risk factor for adverse outcomes, particularly among patients with cardiac disease. Although anemia at the time of discharge has been associated with poor functional status and survival, its impact over time is not clear," scientists writing in the journal Clinical Cardiology report. "Among patients with significant coronary artery disease (CAD), anemia (hemoglobin <11 g/dL) is prevalent, and is associated with poor physical function (PF) and survival over time. Patients with significant CAD at the time...
Source: Heart Disease Weekly (2008-12-28)
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