The platelet to lymphocyte ratio in heart failure: a comprehensive review

Abstract

Introduction: At the crossroads of heart failure (HF) and systemic inflammation, platelets and lymphocytes are both influenced as well as actively participating in the bidirectional relationship. The platelet to lymphocyte ratio (PLR) could therefore be a marker of severity. This review aimed to assess the role of PLR in HF.

Keywords

• platelet to lymphocyte ratio
• plr
• heart failure
• platelets
• inflammation