Circulation
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Meta Analysis Comparative Study
Prognostic value of troponins in acute pulmonary embolism: a meta-analysis.
Whether elevated serum troponin levels identify patients with acute pulmonary embolism at high risk of short-term mortality or adverse outcome is undefined. ⋯ Elevated troponin levels identify patients with acute pulmonary embolism at high risk of short-term death and adverse outcome events.