Prognostic value of NT-proBNP for myocardial recovery in peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM)

ConclusionsWe have demonstrated that NT-proBNP has a prognostic value in predicting LV recovery of patients with PPCM. Patients with NT-proBNP of  ≥ 900 pg/ml were less likely to show any improvement in LVEF or LVEDD. Our findings have implications for clinical practice as patients with higher NT-proBNP might require more aggressive therapy and more intensive follow-up. Point-of-care NT-proBNP for diagnosis and risk stratification warr ants further investigation.
Source: Clinical Research in Cardiology - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research