14 Sep Inflammation and Disease Activity are Associated with High Circulating Cardiac Markers in Rheumatoid Arthritis Independently of Traditional Cardiovascular Risk Factors
Cardiovascular (CV) disease is now recognized as a major cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Identifying patients with RA at a preclinical stage and/or at high risk of myocardial involvement is crucial because it may allow for the development of preventive strategies.