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| Parameter | All patients (n = 16) |
|---|---|
| Age [years], median (IQR) | 65.4 (64.0–71.3) |
| Sex, n (%) | Male: 6 (37.5) Female: 10 (62.5) |
| BMI [kg/m2], median (IQR) | 25.8 (22.7–27.5) |
| NT-proBNP [pg/ml], median (IQR) | 65.5 (55.0–160.0) |
| Duration of NIV therapy prior to PLBV [months], median (IQR). | 38 (20–42) |
Abbreviations: BMI, body mass index; NT-proBNP, n-terminal pro brain natriuretic peptide; IQR, interquartile range.
