Low Natriuretic Peptide Levels in Obesity? HF Risk Persists

Published Date: 20 May 2026

Adults with obesity may have natriuretic peptide levels below the usual rule-out threshold and still have increased odds of signs and symptoms of heart failure and other risks.

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