What is the association between renal insufficiency and outcomes after myocardial infarction in elderly patients?
A study by Shlipak et al. (2002) found that in elderly patients with myocardial infarction, those with renal insufficiency had a higher risk of death or recurrent myocardial infarction. Furthermore, renal insufficiency was associated with increased risk of stroke, need for revascularization, and longer hospital stays.