Increased Risk of Acute Myocardial Infarction and Stroke During Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome: A Self-Controlled Case Series Study.

CONCLUSIONS: There is a significantly increased risk for AMI and stroke in the immediate time period following HFRS. Therefore HFRS patients should be carefully monitored during the acute phase of disease to ensure early recognition of symptoms of impending AMI or stroke.
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Source: Circulation - January 7, 2014 Category: Cardiology Authors: Connolly-Andersen AM, Hammargren E, Whitaker H, Eliasson M, Holmgren L, Klingström J, Ahlm C Tags: Circulation Source Type: research