Rheumatoid arthritis affects 1% of the population and can cause permanent joint destruction and death. Chronic inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis is known to play a role in predisposing patients to heart disease and heart failure.   Mortality caused by rheumatoid arthritis is predominantly due to cardiovascular complications. With 50% of cardiovascular disease associated deaths … Continue reading Rheumatoid Arthritis Predisposes Patients to Heart Disease