Hazardous alcohol consumption is associated with increased levels of B-type natriuretic peptide: Evidence from two population-based studies
Russia has very high mortality from cardiovascular disease (CVD), with evidence that heavy drinking may play a role. To throw further light on this association we have studied the association of alcohol with predictors of CVD risk including B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP). Levels of BNP increase pr...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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2013
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