Associations of tumor necrosis factor alpha receptor type 1 with kidney function decline, cardiovascular events, and mortality risk in persons with coronary artery disease: Data from the Heart and Soul Study

Levels of TNFR1 are associated longitudinally with kidney function decline but not with MI, HF or mortality risk after adjustment. Kidney disease may mediate the risk of MI, HF, and mortality associated with TNFR1.