Multivariable analysis identified older age, NYHA class III/IV, chronic kidney disease (CKD) stages 3-5, diabetes, and N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) >3000 ng/L as independent negative predictors, while female sex and overweight status were associated with better survival. The gene discussed is NPPB; the disease is diabetes mellitus.