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Researchers assessed the relationship between hemoglobin glycation index (HGI) and mortality in 985 congestive heart failure (CHF) patients. Higher HGI was linked to lower 30-day, 60-day, and 90-day mortality, but not 365-day mortality. A U-shaped relationship between HGI and mortality was observed. High HGI had a protective effect on short-term mortality, suggesting HGI's potential role in managing CHF patients. Further research is warranted.

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Researchers assessed the relationship between hemoglobin glycation index (HGI) and mortality in 985 congestive heart failure (CHF) patients. Higher HGI was linked to lower 30-day, 60-day, and 90-day mortality, but not 365-day mortality. A U-shaped relationship between HGI and mortality was observed. High HGI had a protective effect on short-term mortality, suggesting HGI's potential role in managing CHF patients. Further research is warranted.
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