The Use of NT-proBNP and BNP as Biomarkers of Acute Heart Failure
The Use of NT-proBNP and BNP as Biomarkers of Acute Heart Failure
The Use of NT-proBNP and BNP as Biomarkers of Acute Heart Failure
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PROTECT: Summary<br />
•<strong>NT</strong>-<strong>pro<strong>BNP</strong></strong> guided care w<strong>as</strong> superior to SOC<br />
management for the reduction <strong>of</strong> total cardiov<strong>as</strong>cular<br />
events.<br />
•Particular effects on worsening HF <strong>and</strong> HF hospitalization<br />
•Comparable benefits seen in elderly patients<br />
•Compared to SOC, <strong>NT</strong>-<strong>pro<strong>BNP</strong></strong> guided care w<strong>as</strong><br />
<strong>as</strong>sociated with more significant improvements in<br />
both QOL <strong>and</strong> echo parameters.<br />
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