Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2916832 | Heart, Lung and Circulation | 2016 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Iron is an essential micronutrient in many cellular processes. Iron deficiency, with or without anaemia, is common in patients with chronic heart failure. Observational studies have shown iron deficiency to be associated with worse clinical outcomes and mortality. The treatment of iron deficiency in chronic heart failure patients using intravenous iron alone has shown promise in several clinical trials, although further studies which include larger populations and longer follow-up times are needed.
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Authors
Christopher C.Y. Wong, Austin C.C. Ng, Leonard Kritharides, Andrew P. Sindone,