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Key Articles and Guidelines in the Management of Heart Failure: 2018 Update
Cynthia A Jackevicius1,2, Robert L Page3, Leo F Buckley4
11 Western University of Health Sciences, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, Los Angeles, CA, USA.
Journal of Pharmacy Practice
|February 26, 2019
Summary
This updated heart failure bibliography assists clinicians by summarizing key research on diagnosis, prevention, and management. It covers risk factors, comorbidities, acute and chronic heart failure, device therapy, and lifestyle modifications for optimal patient care.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Clinical Pharmacy
Background:
- Heart failure is a leading cause of hospitalization in the US, with high readmission rates.
- Previous bibliographies were published in 2004 and 2008, necessitating an update due to recent advancements.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an updated bibliography of key heart failure literature for clinicians and trainees.
- To serve as a valuable clinical reference and teaching tool for optimizing heart failure patient care.
Main Methods:
- Compilation and review of significant clinical trials and observational studies since the early 1980s.
- Inclusion of key consensus guidelines and statements relevant to heart failure management.
Main Results:
- The review covers major advances in heart failure diagnosis, prevention, and management over the past decade.
- Specific areas include risk factors, comorbid conditions, acute/chronic/advanced heart failure, device therapy, lifestyle, and medication management including adherence.
Conclusions:
- This updated bibliography offers a comprehensive resource for healthcare professionals.
- It aims to enhance the understanding and application of current evidence-based practices in heart failure management.
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