NPPB and cardiovascular disorder: Abbreviations: CRP, C-reactive protein; CVD, cardiovascular disease; eGFR, estimated glomerular filtration rate; ESA, erythropoiesis-stimulating agent; GMV, gray matter volume; HDL, high-density lipoprotein; LDL, low-density lipoprotein; NT-proBNP, N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic peptide; PTH, parathyroid hormone; RAAS, renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system; UPCR, urinary protein to creatinine ratio.