[Risk factors for progression of coronary artery calcification over 5 years in hemodialysis patients].

CONCLUSIONS: Our study suggests that CAC progression in dialysis is a complex phenomenon, associated with several risk factors with special regard to elevated basal scores. This progression can be avoided or slowed with appropriate management, which must begin in the early stages of chronic kidney disease.
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Source: Annales de Cardiologie et d'Angeiologie - February 28, 2020 Category: Cardiology Authors: Alayoud A, El Amrani M, Belarbi M, El Kharras A, Chtioui M, Elfilali K Tags: Ann Cardiol Angeiol (Paris) Source Type: research