What are the prognostic implications of abnormalities in renal function in patients with acute coronary syndromes?
According to the study by Al SJ, et al. (2002), the prognostic implications of abnormalities in renal function in patients with acute coronary syndromes can be significant. They found that patients with reduced renal function (as measured by estimated glomerular filtration rate) had an increased risk of mortality, need for revascularization, and recurrent myocardial infarction. Furthermore, renal dysfunction was associated with an increased risk of congestive heart failure and stroke. These findings suggest that renal function should be closely monitored in patients with acute coronary syndromes.  