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This study aimed to investigate the association of TNs with cardiovascular comorbidity burden and long-term prognosis in this high-risk population.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods<\/jats:title>\n A retrospective cohort of 185 inpatients with HFrEF, anemia, and HUA (2018-2022) was divided into TN (n=94) and non-TN (n=91) groups based on ultrasound findings. Baseline characteristics, laboratory parameters (thyroid function, coagulation), and psychological status (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, HADS) were compared. The primary composite endpoint included all-cause mortality, heart failure rehospitalization, and cardiovascular events. Multivariable logistic and Cox regression analyses identified factors associated with TNs and prognosis.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results<\/jats:title>\n The TN group had higher prevalence of coronary heart disease (65.9% vs 31.8%), atrial fibrillation (71.3%vs 27.5%), and depression scores (8.32 vs 6.02). Logistic regression identified depression (OR = 4.81, 95%CI 2.56-9.41), atrial fibrillation (OR = 4.46, 95%CI 2.09-9.51), and coronary heart disease (OR = 2.45, 95%CI 1.32-4.54) as independent factors associated with TNs. Depression and anxiety scores positively correlated with HbA1c (P&lt;0.01) and negatively with NT-proBNP (P&lt;0.05). During median follow-up of 21.8 months, 99.5% patients experienced adverse outcomes. Cox regression showed atrial fibrillation (HR = 1.95, 95%CI 1.35-2.80), diabetes (HR = 1.32, 95%CI 1.02-1.70), and prothrombin activity (HR = 1.01, 95%CI 1.00-1.01) as independent risk factors. Depression was associated with shorter median survival (14.0 vs 18.0 months).<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n Thyroid nodules are associated with greater cardiovascular comorbidity burden, depression, and poorer prognosis in HFrEF patients with anemia and HUA. 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