Cardiovascular complications in Iranian hemodialysis patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Journal Title: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CURRENT RESEARCH IN MEDICAL SCIENCES - Year 2019, Vol 5, Issue 4
Abstract
Objective: The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to evaluate the Prevalence of cardiovascular complications specifically mitral regurgitation in Iranian hemodialysis patients. Methods: The method applied for this systematic review was PRISMA guidelines (Moher et al, 2009). For findings the related studies, the researchers searched the electronic databases including the international databases (MEDLINE [PUBMEDINTERFACE], GOOGLE SCHOLAR and ISI web of science [web of scientific interface]), the national databases (MAGIRAN, SID), and the related national journal.Results: These studies had been conducted on 143 participants. The main design of the studies was cross sectional. studies were from Babol and kordestan Province. Based on the results of random effects model, the Prevalence of mitral regurgitation in Iranian hemodialysis patients in 143 patients was %58 (95% confidence interval [CI]: 50, 66, 2 = 19.7%) Conclusion: The cardiovascular system is largely affected by the renal failure and dialysis. Thus, cardiovascular diseases are highly prevalent in dialysis patients.
Authors and Affiliations
Halime Aali
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