Arquivos brasileiros de cardiologia
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Arq. Bras. Cardiol. · Aug 2008
Positive end-expiratory pressure and renal function influence B-type natriuretic peptide in patients with severe sepsis and septic shock.
Myocardial dysfunction is a complication associated with a poor prognosis in septic patients. A biomarker of cardiac function providing prognostic information is of paramount interest. ⋯ This is the first report on an inverse association between positive end-expiratory pressure and BNP levels in patients with severe sepsis and septic shock. BNP and creatinine levels should be taken into consideration when analyzing B-type natriuretic peptide levels in this setting.
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Arq. Bras. Cardiol. · Aug 2008
Case ReportsPatent ductus arteriosus: endovascular treatment in adult patient.
The patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is a common type of congenital heart defect and its correction is simple when performed early in life. Surgery is performed using stitches or clips. ⋯ Surgery in adults is controversial and high-risk. This report describes an alternative endovascular approach in an adult patient.