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NT-proBNP Thresholds for Early Heart Failure Detection in Asian Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

2026-03-03 cardiovascular medicine Title + abstract only
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BackgroundHeart failure (HF) is an increasingly common complication among patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D), yet its early detection remains challenging, especially in those with concomitant chronic kidney disease (CKD). NT-proBNP is a key biomarker for diagnosing and prognosticating HF, but its reference thresholds are influenced by renal function, age, and ethnicity. Current guideline cutoffs, largely derived from Western populations, may not apply to Asian patients. MethodsThis retrospecti...

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