Association of Elevated Red Cell Distribution Width with Left Ventricular Dysfunction and In-Hospital Outcomes in Acute Coronary Syndrome—A Retrospective Single Centre Study

Abstract

Background:  Red cell distribution width (RDW) is a routinely reported parameter of the complete blood count, has emerged as a potential marker of adverse cardiovascular outcomes. Increasing evidence suggests that elevated RDW reflects underlying inflammation, oxidative stress, and impaired 
erythropoiesis, all of which contribute to the pathophysiology of acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Objectives:  To evaluate the association of RDW with clinical characteristics, cardiac function, and inhospital adverse outcomes among patients presenting with ACS.