Albumin Levels Predict Survival in Patients with Heart Failure and Preserved Ejection Fraction

2011218 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Ming Liu · Chinese University of Hong Kong

Chin‐Pang Chan · Chinese University of Hong Kong

Bryan P. Yan · Chinese University of Hong Kong

Qing Zhang · Sichuan University

Yat‐Yin Lam · Chinese University of Hong Kong

Ruijie Li · Chinese University of Hong Kong

John E. Sanderson ·

Abstract

Hypoalbuminaemia is common in HFPEF patients and is associated with increased risk of death. Renal dysfunction may be the main pathophysiological mechanism underlying hypoalbuminaemia in HFPEF patients.

Topics & Keywords

Dialysis and Renal Disease Management Heart Failure Treatment and Management Cardiovascular Function and Risk Factors

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: European Journal of Heart Failure

Volume 14, Issue 1, pp. 39-44

DOI: 10.1093/eurjhf/hfr154

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