Table 4.
MMP-NGAL complex as a biomarker of AF recurrence in the different subgroups of patients
| Patients | MMP-NGAL complex in patients with AF recurrence, ng/ml | MMP-NGAL complex in patients with sinus rhythm, ng/ml | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obese | 66.3 (20) | 43.7 (24) | 0.03 |
| ≥65 years old | 57.5 (25) | 56.7 (3l) | 0.9 |
| With first episode AF | 51.63 (23) | 67.69 (50) | 0.4 |
| With LA ≥4.5 cm | 62 (29) | 50 (33) | 0.2 |
| With CKD | 58.8 (24) | 46.5 (22) | 0.2 |
Values are expressed as mean (standard deviation).