NT-proBNP accurately reflects the impact of severe COPD exacerbation on the right ventricle (RV)

L. Ouanes-Besbes, Z. Hamouda, I. Ouanes, F. Dachraoui, F. Abroug (Monastir, Tunisia)

Source: Annual Congress 2013 –Acute respiratory failure, ARDS and severe COPD exacerbations
Session: Acute respiratory failure, ARDS and severe COPD exacerbations
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 2434
Disease area: Airway diseases, Respiratory critical care

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