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Published on: July 12, 2024
High-Complexity Questions and Their Answers for Everyday Heart Failure
Amelia Campos-Saénz de Santamaría1,2, Javier Pérez-Santana3, François Croset4
1University Clinical Hospital of Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain.
Abstract:
As part of the "2nd Training Conference on Heart Failure and Atrial Fibrillation for Residents", held in Madrid in November 2024, a collaborative initiative was launched to address the most common practical challenges in the management of heart failure (HF) in daily practice. This document is the result of the joint efforts of residents from various hospitals nationwide, in collaboration with senior physicians with extensive HF expertise and members of the Working Group of the Spanish Society of Internal Medicine. Our aim is to provide a useful tool that promotes learning and collaboration among professionals interested in this field. The structure of this document is based on a compilation of the most interesting and challenging questions raised during the conference. Each question is addressed with a concise and practical response, supported by updated references to ensure scientific rigor and facilitate consultation.
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