Current management of congestive heart failure.
Congestive heart failure is a major public health problem in developed countries. There have been significant advances in the management of this condition over the last few decades. However, many patients are still not receiving adequate therapy. Optimal management requires appropriate investigation, education, counselling, medical treatment and planned follow-up. This review outlines the recommended approach for optimal management of patients with heart failure.
Doughty
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Department of Medicine, University of Auckland School of Medicine, New Zealand.
Sharpe
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D002318:Cardiovascular Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D006333:Heart Failure / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans