Prognostic value of NT-proBNP levels in the acute phase of sepsis on lower long-term physical function and muscle strength in sepsis survivors

Abstract Background Sepsis survivors often develop chronic critical illness (CCI) and demonstrate the persistent inflammation, immunosuppression, and catabolism syndrome predisposing them to long-term functional limitations and higher mortality. There is a need to identify biomarkers that can predic...

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Main Authors: Carlo Custodero, Quran Wu, Gabriela L. Ghita, Stephen D. Anton, Scott C. Brakenridge, Babette A. Brumback, Philip A. Efron, Anna K. Gardner, Christiaan Leeuwenburgh, Lyle L. Moldawer, John W. Petersen, Frederick A. Moore, Robert T. Mankowski
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-06-01
Series:Critical Care
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13054-019-2505-7