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Rosacea and cardiovascular risk factors: a case control study

Nilay Duman, Sibel Ersoy Evans, Nilgün Atakan

Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology · 2013 · 110 citations · 9 references

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Abstract

Rosacea patients may have a high risk of CVD. As such, we recommend close follow-up of rosacea patients because of the increased risk of CVD. The mechanism underlying this increased risk is unknown, and additional randomized and controlled studies are required for clarification.

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