Statin therapy in rheumatoid arthritis may improve arterial stiffness in women but not in men: A preliminary analysis
Objectives: Patients with rheumatoid arthritis are at increased risk for cardiovascular disease. Statins have anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects, thereby reducing cardiovascular risk. Arterial stiffness is a composite indicator of cardiovascular health and a predictor of cardiovascular risk. We assessed the effect of statin therapy on arterial stiffness and hemodynamics in subjects with rheumatoid arthritis.
Source: Artery Research - Category: Cardiology Authors: Yessica-Haydee Gomez, Shubhabrata Das, Jessica Gorgui, Ines Colmegna, Stella S. Daskalopoulou Source Type: research
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