Table 2

Sample size calculation

Sample size and precision estimates for primary endpoints based on previous studies
IncidenceSample sizePrecision95% CI
hs-TnI28%3105%23% to 33%
NT-proBNP22%2645%17% to 27%
NT-proBNP22%3104.61%17.4% to 26.6%
  • hs-TnI, high-sensitivity cardiac troponin; NT-proBNP, N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic peptide.