The REFER (REFer for EchocaRdiogram) protocol: a prospective validation of a clinical decision rule, NT-proBNP, or their combination, in the diagnosis of heart failure in primary care. Rationale and design

The REFER (REFer for EchocaRdiogram) protocol: a prospective validation of a clinical decision rule, NT-proBNP, or their combination, in the diagnosis of heart failure in primary care. Rationale and design

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Heart failure is a major cause of mortality and morbidity. As mortality rates are high, it is important that patients seen by general practitioners with symptoms suggestive of heart failure are identified quickly and treated appropri...

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Main Authors: Tait Lynda, Roalfe Andrea K, Mant Jonathan, Cowie Martin R, Deeks Jonathan J, Iles Rachel, Barton Pelham M, Taylor Clare J, Derit Marites, Hobbs FD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-10-01
Series:BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
Subjects:
Heart failure
Clinical decision rule
Diagnosis
Echocardiogram
NT-proBNP
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2261/12/97

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