Identification and guided treatment of ventricular dysfunction in general practice using blood B-type natriuretic peptide.

BACKGROUND: B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) is a blood test which detects ventricular wall stretch and is being increasingly used in primary care on limited evidence. AIM: To assess the practical implications and potential clinical benefit of measuring BNP to identify and guide the treatment of un...

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Main Authors: Mant, D, Hobbs, F, Glasziou, P, Wright, L, Hare, R, Perera, R, Price, C, Cowie, M
פורמט: Journal article
שפה:English
יצא לאור: 2008