What are the effects of iron supplementation in heart failure patients with anemia?
The IRON-HF study was designed to assess the effects of iron supplementation in heart failure patients with anemia. The study aimed to evaluate the effect of oral iron supplementation on functional capacity, exercise tolerance, quality of life, and hospitalization rate in treated patients with chronic heart failure and anemia. The results of the study showed that oral iron supplementation was associated with a significant improvement in functional capacity, exercise tolerance, quality of life, and reduced hospitalization rate. However, further studies are needed to confirm these results.