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Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) affects half of patients. Early diagnosis of HFpEF causes like restrictive cardiomyopathy or pericardial disease is crucial for targeted therapies and improved outcomes.

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  • Internal Medicine

Background:

  • Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) constitutes approximately 50% of heart failure cases.
  • Common etiologies include hypertension and atherosclerosis, but restrictive cardiomyopathy and chronic pericardial disease are also significant contributors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance of recognizing specific etiologies of HFpEF.
  • To emphasize how early diagnosis and targeted therapy can improve patient survival and quality of life.
  • To discuss the role of modern diagnostic tools in identifying underlying causes.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current diagnostic imaging techniques.
  • Analysis of novel biomarker applications.
  • Integration of genetic testing in etiological diagnosis.
  • Evaluation of emerging therapeutic strategies.

Main Results:

  • Advanced diagnostic modalities enable precise etiological identification in most HFpEF cases.
  • Specific therapies tailored to the underlying cause can significantly impact patient prognosis.
  • Novel pharmacological, immunologic, and surgical treatments are enhancing patient outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate diagnosis of HFpEF etiology is critical for effective management.
  • Timely intervention based on specific diagnoses improves survival and quality of life.
  • Advances in diagnostics and therapeutics offer new hope for HFpEF patients.