RT Journal Article SR Electronic A1 Vinall, Maria T1 BNP is a Predictor of Changes in LV Systolic and Diastolic Function Regardless of Diabetes Status JF MD Conference Express YR 2010 FD SAGE Publications VO 10 IS 9 SP 24 OP 25 DO 10.1177/155989771009008 UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/10/9/24.abstract AB This article reviews data from the Hoorn Study, which prospectively investigated whether B-type natriuretic peptide levels in a nonheart failure range predict left ventricular (LV) mass, or LV systolic and diastolic function in individuals with and without type 2 diabetes mellitus.