Natriuretic peptides (BNP and NT-proBNP): measurement and relevance in heart failure

A Palazzuoli, M Gallotta, I Quatrini, R NutiDepartment of Internal Medicine and Metabolic Diseases, Section of Cardiology “Le Scotte” Hospital, University of Siena, ItalyAbstract: For patients presenting with acute dyspnea, an incorrect diagnosis could increase the mortal...

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Main Authors: A Palazzuoli, M Gallotta, I Quatrini, et al
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Dove Medical Press 2010-05-01
Series:Vascular Health and Risk Management
Online Access:http://www.dovepress.com/natriuretic-peptides-bnp-and-nt-probnp-measurement-and-relevance-in-he-a4509