255 Pro-B-Type Natriuretic Peptide in St-Elevation Myocardial Infarction: Correlation With Traditional Markers and Indicator of Long-Term Left Ventricular Dysfunction.
Abstract:BackgroundThe circulating peptide, pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (pro-BNP) was examined for prediction of cardiac function and prognosis and compared with previously reported markers [cardiac troponin I (cTnI) and creatine phosphokinase (CPK)] in patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI).Methods and ResultsWe examined plasma levels of pro-BNP, cTnI, and CPK in 84 patients presenting with STEMI. Patients presenting with KILLIP's class 3 and 4, renal failure, and a previous history of low ejectio… Show more
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