Lower Serum Irisin Levels Are Associated with Increased Vascular Calcification in Hemodialysis Patients

Conclusion: Our results are the first to provide a clinical evidence of the association between serum irisin and vascular calcification in HD patients. Lower irisin levels, long-term hemodialysis and old ages are independent risk factors in HD patients.Kidney Blood Press Res 2018;43:287 –295
Source: Kidney and Blood Pressure Research - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research