B-type natriuretic peptide
The effect of preoperative natriuretic peptide testing on outcome in vascular surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Introduction Vascular surgery includes a wide range of procedures addressing disorders of the vascular system, such as atherosclerosis, aneurysms and peripheral arterial disease. These conditions often require interventions including revascularisation procedures and aneurysm repair. Patients undergoing vascular surgery frequently present with multiple comorbidities, particularly cardiovascular disease, which increases perioperative complexity and significantly influences postoperative outcomes.1,2…
