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Log-transformation improves the prognostic value of serial NT-proBNP levels in apparently stable pulmonary arterial hypertension

N-terminal pro B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) is a product of cleavage of the cardiac prohormone pro B-type natriuretic peptide into its active form. It has proven to be a useful biomarker in left heart failure. However, studies examining the utility of serial measurements of NT-proBNP in pu...

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Autores principales: Soon, Elaine, Doughty, Natalie J., Treacy, Carmen M., Ross, Robert M., Toshner, Mark, Upton, Paul D., Sheares, Karen, Morrell, Nicholas W., Pepke-Zaba, Joanna
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Medknow Publications 2011
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3198650/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22034610
http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/2045-8932.83450