Systemic lupus erythematosus and the risk of cardiovascular disease
Keyword(s):
Women account for roughly 90% of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and they are typically diagnosed when they are in their childbearing age. Patients with SLE are at increased risk of premature cardiovascular disease (CVD) representing the major cause of morbidity and mortality in this patient group. Premature CVD is significantly pronounced in women with SLE who have a history of pre-eclampsia compared to those who have no history of pre-eclampsia. Therefore, the prevention of future CVD is particularly important in women with a previous pregnancy history complicated by pre-eclampsia. Patients worry about the possible risk for future CVD.
2018 ◽
Vol 77
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pp. 1063-1069
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2019 ◽
Vol 20
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pp. 2154
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2014 ◽
Vol 99
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pp. A124.2-A124