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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Maggie O'Neill

This newly-discovered heart syndrome could be surprisingly common, experts say

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The American Heart Association (AHA) has released an advisory warning about a newly-recognised condition called cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome.

Defining CKM syndrome marks the first time experts have acknowledged an overlap in symptoms caused by kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity—and how these illnesses may influence the risk of cardiovascular disease—according to a statement from the AHA.

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