Cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in patients with spondyloarthritis: A meta ‐analysis

ConclusionsOur meta ‐analysis demonstrated that patients with SpA have a significantly increased risks of MI and stroke, but without a significant increase in the all‐cause mortality, than that in the general population. The higher risk of CV in patients with SpA than that in the general population indicates the ne ed for strict risk factor correction and disease management.
Source: International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases - Category: Rheumatology Authors: Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research