[Diagnostics and treatment of chronic heart failure : Update 2020]

Area of Science:

• Cardiology
• Internal Medicine
• Geriatrics

Context:

• Heart failure (HF) is a systemic condition increasingly prevalent in aging global populations.
• Comorbidities significantly influence HF symptoms, progression, and patient prognosis.
• Recent advancements in pharmacotherapies and device-based treatments complicate HF management.

Purpose:

• To provide practical, evidence-based guidance for managing heart failure (HF).
• To address the complexities introduced by comorbidities in HF patients.
• To offer an up-to-date approach to HF treatment strategies.

Summary:

• This review synthesizes current evidence for managing chronic heart failure (HF).
• It emphasizes the critical role of comorbidities in HF and their impact on treatment.
• Novel pharmacotherapies and device-based options are discussed in the context of complex HF care.

Impact:

• Aims to simplify complex treatment decisions for clinicians managing heart failure (HF).
• Facilitates rational, guideline-adherent therapeutic choices for diverse HF patient populations.
• Supports improved patient outcomes through optimized, individualized HF management strategies.