What are the optimal NT-proBNP thresholds for diagnosing heart failure in people with IIIb, IV or V chronic kidney disease?
The optimal NT-proBNP threshold for diagnosing heart failure in people with IIIb, IV or V chronic kidney disease has not yet been determined. However, research has shown that higher levels of NT-proBNP can be used to indicate an increased risk of heart failure in these populations. In addition, research has demonstrated that NT-proBNP levels are associated with a greater risk of adverse outcomes, including death, in people with IIIb, IV, or V chronic kidney disease. Therefore, clinicians should consider using NT-proBNP levels to assess the risk of heart failure in people with IIIb, IV, or V chronic kidney disease.