Natriuretic peptides and C-reactive protein in in heart failure and malnutrition: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Normal nutrition scores in patients with HF are linked to lower BNP, NT-proBNP, and CRP levels compared with malnourished counterparts. Despite the significant link between CRP and malnutrition, their relationship may be influenced in older groups considering the sensitivity of GNRI due to ageing factors.