Why is Iron Deficiency Recognised as an Important Comorbidity in Heart Failure?
There is an increasing awareness of the prevalence of iron deficiency in patients with heart failure (HF), and its contributory role in the morbidity and mortality of HF. Iron is a trace element necessary for cells due to its capacity to transport oxygen and electrons. The prevalence of iron deficie...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Radcliffe Medical Media
2019-11-01
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Series: | Cardiac Failure Review |
Online Access: | https://www.cfrjournal.com/articles/Iron-Deficiency-Comorbidity-Heart-Failure |