B-Type natriuretic peptide levels predict extent and severity of coronary artery disease in non-ST elevation acute coronary syndrome and normal left ventricular function

摘要

BackgroundB-type natriuretic peptide has been used as a biological marker for prognosis in patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). However, a relation between the quantity of BNP levels and the severity of coronary artery disease has not been systematically evaluated.