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BNP predicts in-hospital mortality in heart failure.(B-type natriuretic peptide )
DALLAS -- An elevated B-type natriuretic peptide level upon admission for acute decompensated heart failure is an independent predictor of in-hospital mortality, Dr. Gregg C. Fonarow reported at the annual scientific sessions of the American Heart Association. Also, B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) ...
February 15, 2006; Internal Medicine News

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