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Sensitivity analyses showed similar results regarding the association of EPA and DHA levels with cardiovascular outcomes.
The consistency of results across analyses reinforces the conclusion that EPA and DHA levels do not impact cardiovascular outcomes.
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Sensitivity analyses based on changes in plasma and red blood cell levels of EPA and DHA and primary and secondary prevention subgroups showed similar results.
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Association Between Achieved ω-3 Fatty Acid Levels and Major Adverse Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients With High Cardiovascular Risk
Steven E. Nissen et al. · JAMA Cardiology · 2021
DOI 10.1001/jamacardio.2021.1157
rct · n=13078Cited 75×
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