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Understanding Cardiorenal Syndrome and Iron Deficiency
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A Dr Brendan nephrologist, discusses key concepts of Cardiorenal syndrome and iron deficiency. He explains how chronic inflammation in patients with heart failure and chronic kidney disease affects iron absorption, making intravenous iron crucial. Recent trials show that intravenous iron reduces hospitalizations and improves quality of life. While data for chronic kidney disease is limited, intravenous iron helps manage anemia and improve patient outcomes.