Aminoterminal Pro B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (NT-proBNP) Levels for Monitoring Interventions in Paediatric Cardiac Patients with Stenotic Lesions

Background. Serum concentration of NT-proBNP correlates well with the severity of cardiac disease in adults. Few studies have been performed on the applicability of NT-proBNP for monitoring children with congenital heart disease. Objective. To assess the potential of NT-proBNP for monitoring the suc...

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Main Authors: Eva Welisch, Knut Kleesiek, Nikolaus Haas, Kambiz Norozi, Ralf Rauch, Guido Filler
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2009-01-01
Series:International Journal of Pediatrics
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2009/241376