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Mechanisms of release and action of natriuretic peptides.
PH - pulmonary hypertension; ARDS - acute respiratory distress syndrome; PE - pulmonary embolism; COPD - chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; BNP - B-type natriuretic peptide; NT pro-BNP - N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide; PEEP - positive end-expiratory pressure; CNS - central nervous system; RAAS - renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system.
