Overlap Between Nutritional Indices in Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome: A Focus on Albumin
Mert İlker Hayıroğlu, Servet Altay
Abstract
Albumin, a key protein synthesized in the liver, plays a crucial role beyond its traditional function of maintaining oncotic pressure and fluid balance.Recently, its use as a prognostic marker for cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) has garnered attention.Serum albumin levels below normal have been repeatedly linked to higher rates of morbidity and mortality in individuals with heart diseases, particularly those with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). 1 This association highlights albumin's potential utility as a biomarker for risk stratification and mortality prediction in CVD.Understanding the mechanisms linking albumin deficiency to adverse cardiovascular outcomes may offer insights into novel therapeutic approaches and personalized management strategies.This editorial explores the current evidence on the predictive value of albumin in CVD and discusses its implications for clinical practice and future research directions.