The role of traditional risk factors in the development of cardiovascular disease has been
well studied. However, the relationship between chronic inflammatory conditions and …

A comprehensive approach that includes cardiovascular risk factor modification, control of
systemic inflammation, and increased patient and physician awareness is needed in …

A variety of systemic inflammatory rheumatic diseases associate with an increased risk of
atherosclerotic events and premature cardiovascular (CV) disease. Although this recognition …

An increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) has been observed in a range of chronic
inflammatory diseases (CID), including rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriasis, inflammatory …

Despite recent advancements in the treatment of coronary artery disease (CAD), it remains
the number one cause of death in the world. While traditional risk factors partially account for …

Patients with chronic inflammatory disorders are at increased risk of developing premature
cardiovascular disease. Despite significant advances in our understanding of the effects of …

Inflammation plays a well-established role in the development and progression of
atherosclerosis. 1, 2 Individuals with underlying chronic inflammatory conditions are at …

Patients with chronic inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), systemic
lupus erythematosus, psoriasis and Crohn's disease have an increased atherosclerotic risk …

Patients with inflammatory arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, or
ankylosing spondylitis, have higher rates of cardiovascular mortality. While the increased …

Recent evidence suggests that patients with chronic inflammatory disorders are at increased
cardiovascular risk. A number of different mechanisms have been postulated to contribute to …