The following are summary points to remember about the 2017 American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association/Heart Failure Society of America (ACC/AHA/HFSA)
This document proposes a novel approach to medical management of heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). It discusses four medication classes - renin-angiotensin-neprilysin inhibitors, beta-blockers, mineralocorticoid antagonists, and sodium-glucose cotransporter inhibitors - which provide clear benefits to most HFrEF patients and should be prioritized as "Foundational Therapy". Additional therapies may benefit select patient subgroups and are considered "Personalized Therapy". A new "Cluster Scheme" is proposed to improve timely initiation and titration of combination medical therapy for HFrEF based on initiating all Foundational Therapies rapidly followed by titration and addressing patient-specific factors.
This document provides guidance on guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT) for heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). It discusses initiation and titration of therapies including angiotensin receptor-neprilysin inhibitors, beta-blockers, sacubitril-valsartan, ivabradine, SGLT2 inhibitors, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, loop diuretics, and aldosterone antagonists. Key points include initiating therapies individually based on patient status, up-titrating doses every 2 weeks to maximize benefits, assessing for response using echocardiograms and biomarkers, and continuing GDMT even if ejection fraction improves to prevent heart failure events. Transcat
This document summarizes a presentation on caring for ventilated patients from acute management to weaning. The objectives of the presentation are to describe ventilator parameters and positioning used for ARDS patients, discuss ventilatory management of asthma and use of PEEP, and strategies to improve outcomes for long-term ventilated patients such as weaning protocols. The presentation provides case studies and discusses ventilator settings, modes, tidal volumes, pressures and other strategies to manage ARDS patients and those with asthma. It also discusses predictors of weaning readiness and the use of a multidimensional assessment tool (BWAP) to track patient progress and guide weaning attempts.
Acute Decompensated Heart Failure : What is New ?drucsamal
1. The document discusses drug trials for acute decompensated heart failure and their results. Many trials tested drugs like nesiritide, milrinone, tezosentan, levosimendan, tolvaptan, and rolofylline but did not show clinical benefit.
2. It proposes classifying patients based on their clinical profile into those with volume overload, reduced cardiac output, or a combination, to help determine optimal treatment which may include diuretics, vasodilators, inotropes, or renal preservation agents.
3. The management of acute heart failure is divided into initial, in-hospital, and discharge phases, with goals like establishing diagnoses, treating precip
Low dose dopamine increases GFR and RBF. The DAD-HF trial investigated 60 patients randomized to low dose furosemide (continuous infusion 0.5 mg/kg/day) with or without low dose dopamine (2 μg/kg/min). Dopamine preserved renal function compared to furosemide alone in patients with acute decompensated heart failure. There were no significant differences found in a trial comparing high vs low dose furosemide or bolus vs continuous infusion on renal function or symptoms. Novel agents targeting fluid overload, renal function, contractility, and vasomotion may provide new therapeutic options for acute heart failure.
The document provides guidelines for evaluating and managing acute decompensated heart failure. It recommends that the diagnosis be based on signs and symptoms, and that BNP/NT-proBNP tests be used when diagnosis is uncertain. It recommends hospital admission for patients with severe symptoms such as hypotension or altered mental status. It also provides guidelines for treating patients in the hospital with diuretics, monitoring their symptoms and lab values, and considering IV medications if symptoms are not improving.
This document discusses acute heart failure (AHF), including its definition, initial signs of end organ dysfunction, potential end organ dysfunction, and causes. It notes that AHF often arises from a deterioration of chronic heart failure and may be a first presentation. It also discusses biomarkers like BUN and hyponatremia as predictors of outcomes. The document covers diuretic use and its association with adverse events, as well as approaches to decongestion. It defines cardiorenal syndrome in AHF and notes its association with worse outcomes. Various inotropic agents are also discussed.
This document proposes a novel approach to medical management of heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). It discusses four medication classes - renin-angiotensin-neprilysin inhibitors, beta-blockers, mineralocorticoid antagonists, and sodium-glucose cotransporter inhibitors - which provide clear benefits to most HFrEF patients and should be prioritized as "Foundational Therapy". Additional therapies may benefit select patient subgroups and are considered "Personalized Therapy". A new "Cluster Scheme" is proposed to improve timely initiation and titration of combination medical therapy for HFrEF based on initiating all Foundational Therapies rapidly followed by titration and addressing patient-specific factors.
This document provides guidance on guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT) for heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). It discusses initiation and titration of therapies including angiotensin receptor-neprilysin inhibitors, beta-blockers, sacubitril-valsartan, ivabradine, SGLT2 inhibitors, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, loop diuretics, and aldosterone antagonists. Key points include initiating therapies individually based on patient status, up-titrating doses every 2 weeks to maximize benefits, assessing for response using echocardiograms and biomarkers, and continuing GDMT even if ejection fraction improves to prevent heart failure events. Transcat
This document summarizes a presentation on caring for ventilated patients from acute management to weaning. The objectives of the presentation are to describe ventilator parameters and positioning used for ARDS patients, discuss ventilatory management of asthma and use of PEEP, and strategies to improve outcomes for long-term ventilated patients such as weaning protocols. The presentation provides case studies and discusses ventilator settings, modes, tidal volumes, pressures and other strategies to manage ARDS patients and those with asthma. It also discusses predictors of weaning readiness and the use of a multidimensional assessment tool (BWAP) to track patient progress and guide weaning attempts.
Acute Decompensated Heart Failure : What is New ?drucsamal
1. The document discusses drug trials for acute decompensated heart failure and their results. Many trials tested drugs like nesiritide, milrinone, tezosentan, levosimendan, tolvaptan, and rolofylline but did not show clinical benefit.
2. It proposes classifying patients based on their clinical profile into those with volume overload, reduced cardiac output, or a combination, to help determine optimal treatment which may include diuretics, vasodilators, inotropes, or renal preservation agents.
3. The management of acute heart failure is divided into initial, in-hospital, and discharge phases, with goals like establishing diagnoses, treating precip
Low dose dopamine increases GFR and RBF. The DAD-HF trial investigated 60 patients randomized to low dose furosemide (continuous infusion 0.5 mg/kg/day) with or without low dose dopamine (2 μg/kg/min). Dopamine preserved renal function compared to furosemide alone in patients with acute decompensated heart failure. There were no significant differences found in a trial comparing high vs low dose furosemide or bolus vs continuous infusion on renal function or symptoms. Novel agents targeting fluid overload, renal function, contractility, and vasomotion may provide new therapeutic options for acute heart failure.
The document provides guidelines for evaluating and managing acute decompensated heart failure. It recommends that the diagnosis be based on signs and symptoms, and that BNP/NT-proBNP tests be used when diagnosis is uncertain. It recommends hospital admission for patients with severe symptoms such as hypotension or altered mental status. It also provides guidelines for treating patients in the hospital with diuretics, monitoring their symptoms and lab values, and considering IV medications if symptoms are not improving.
This document discusses acute heart failure (AHF), including its definition, initial signs of end organ dysfunction, potential end organ dysfunction, and causes. It notes that AHF often arises from a deterioration of chronic heart failure and may be a first presentation. It also discusses biomarkers like BUN and hyponatremia as predictors of outcomes. The document covers diuretic use and its association with adverse events, as well as approaches to decongestion. It defines cardiorenal syndrome in AHF and notes its association with worse outcomes. Various inotropic agents are also discussed.
This document summarizes guidelines from the 2017 ACC/AHA/HFSA Focused Update for the management of heart failure. It discusses the initial evaluation of heart failure patients including the use of biomarkers for prevention, diagnosis and prognosis. It also reviews pharmacological treatments for stage C heart failure with reduced or preserved ejection fraction. Additionally, it examines important comorbidities seen in heart failure patients such as anemia, hypertension, and sleep disordered breathing.
1) Pulmonary embolism (PE) is caused by obstruction of the pulmonary arteries by thrombi or other materials originating elsewhere in the body. PE can be massive/hemodynamically unstable or submassive/hemodynamically stable.
2) Risk factors include obesity, smoking, and hypertension. Diagnosis involves imaging tests and treatment depends on PE severity and bleeding risk.
3) For submassive PE, anticoagulation is recommended. For massive PE, thrombolysis or embolectomy may be used if not high bleeding risk. Anticoagulation duration depends on provoking factors and risk of recurrence.
This document provides guidelines for the management of acute heart failure. It discusses current treatment strategies including diuretics, vasodilators, and inotropes. Novel therapeutic strategies are mentioned, such as newer inotropic drugs, rollofylline, tolvaptan, ularitide, relaxin, and others. The goals of therapy for acute heart failure are to make the patient feel better by reducing dyspnea, improve quality of life, reduce mortality and rehospitalization, and do so safely. Recent large clinical trials of new agents for acute heart failure have failed to show benefits observed in smaller earlier studies.
The document discusses several studies comparing different vasopressor agents for the treatment of shock. The SOAP study found no significant difference in mortality between norepinephrine plus dobutamine versus epinephrine alone for septic shock. The CATS study also found no difference in outcomes between these two combinations. The SOAP II trial found no significant difference in mortality between dopamine and norepinephrine for shock, but dopamine was associated with more adverse events. A study by Levy et al. found that norepinephrine-dobutamine for cardiogenic shock had similar hemodynamic effects as epinephrine but with fewer metabolic side effects.
ACEI/ARB are effective medications for treating heart failure (HF) and reducing morbidity and mortality after acute coronary syndrome (ACS). For HF, ACE inhibitors (ACEI) or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARB) are recommended to reduce HF hospitalizations and death by inhibiting the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. In ACS patients, ACEI reduce death from cardiovascular causes after myocardial infarction based on evidence from large randomized controlled trials. The combination of an ARB with neprilysin inhibition provides additional benefits for symptomatic HF patients beyond ACEI or ARB alone.
This document discusses direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) for treating and preventing blood clots. It summarizes clinical trials that found DOACs like dabigatran, rivaroxaban, apixaban, and edoxaban were as effective as warfarin for reducing strokes in atrial fibrillation with fewer bleeding risks. The document outlines the pharmacokinetics, dosing, indications and contraindications for each DOAC. It notes advantages of DOACs include rapid onset/offset, fixed dosing without monitoring, but notes disadvantages could include lack of antidotes and methods to assess patient adherence.
The document discusses a clinical trial that evaluated the use of nesiritide in patients with acute decompensated heart failure. The trial found that nesiritide reduced pulmonary capillary wedge pressure and improved dyspnea within 3 hours compared to placebo. However, later studies raised concerns about nesiritide potentially worsening renal function and increasing mortality. While initially approved by the FDA in 2001 based on its vasodilatory effects shown in trials, the risks of nesiritide remain controversial.
Fusaro - Renal Denervation, current evidence and new technical developmentsSalutaria
1. Renal denervation is a catheter-based procedure that uses radiofrequency energy to ablate renal nerves and lower blood pressure in patients with resistant hypertension.
2. A randomized controlled trial found that renal denervation produced significant reductions in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure compared to a control group at 6 months.
3. Potential benefits of renal denervation beyond blood pressure lowering include reduced left ventricular mass, improved glucose metabolism, and fewer episodes of atrial fibrillation. However, long-term outcomes require further study.
2009 Focused Update:
ACCF/AHA Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Heart Failure in Adults
J. Am. Coll. Cardiol. April 14, 2009; 53;1343-1382
Circulation. April 14, 2009;119;1977-2016
The document discusses using BNP or NT-proBNP blood tests to screen for heart failure in primary care settings. It finds that NT-proBNP performed better than BNP in identifying patients with left ventricular systolic dysfunction. A cutoff of 150 pg/ml for NT-proBNP provided a high negative predictive value of 97.3%, avoiding unnecessary referrals while missing only one mild case of heart failure. The document proposes a study to evaluate implementing NT-proBNP screening in primary care practices to guide referrals for suspected heart failure.
Summary of PROVE-HF and GUIDE-IT studies by Dr. Vaibhav Yawalkar MD, DM Cardi...vaibhavyawalkar
This document summarizes the PROVE-HF study which evaluated the effects of sacubitril/valsartan (ARNI) therapy on cardiac remodeling and biomarkers in patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). The main findings were:
1) Significant reductions in NT-proBNP levels occurred within 2 weeks of starting ARNI and correlated with improvements in cardiac structure and function at 12 months including increased LVEF and reduced LV volumes.
2) Reverse cardiac remodeling occurred in all patient subgroups including those with new-onset HF, those who were ACEI/ARB naïve, and those who did not reach target ARNI doses.
3) Patients with the
Acute Heart Failure: Current Standards and Evolution of Care.2015hivlifeinfo
This document provides an overview of the current standards and evolution of care for acute heart failure (AHF). It summarizes the use of biomarkers like natriuretic peptides and troponins in the diagnosis and risk stratification of AHF. It discusses the clinical considerations in stratifying AHF patients, including systolic blood pressure, worsening renal function, and the distribution of left ventricular ejection fraction. The document reviews current treatment options for AHF such as diuretics, vasodilators like nitroglycerin, and nesiritide based on clinical trials and guidelines.
1. Rate control is the initial approach for elderly patients with minor AF symptoms, while rhythm control may be considered for symptomatic patients despite rate control.
2. Catheter ablation is recommended for symptomatic patients where medical therapy fails, and can be considered as initial therapy in some selected patients.
3. Anticoagulation is recommended for AF patients based on their stroke risk profile according to CHA2DS2-VASc score. Warfarin requires careful management during pregnancy.
Losocor co training south africa Dr Saurav dekaassam1
Losacar co contain losartan and hydrochlorothiazide . This presentation give you brief about basics of hypertension and its treatment with losartan hydrochlorothiazide .
Acute Decompensated Heart Failure : What is New ?drucsamal
Prof. U. C. SAMAL is an expert in cardiology who has held leadership positions in several cardiological societies. The document discusses the management of acute decompensated heart failure and summarizes recent changes to guidelines. It provides an overview of pharmacological interventions for acute heart failure such as diuretics, vasodilators, and inotropes. Non-invasive ventilation and risk stratification scores are also mentioned. The document emphasizes the importance of both short-term stabilization and long-term management through multi-disciplinary programs to prevent readmissions.
"Heart failure is a typical clinical accompanied by symptoms syndrome (e.g. shortness of breath, ankle swelling and fatigue) that lead to structural or functional abnormalities of the heart (e.g. high venous pressure, pulmonary edema and peripheral edema).
In recent years, the significant role of B-type natriuretic peptide has been revealed in the pathogenesis of heart disease and the use of the drug sacubitril/valsartan has started. It has a positive effect on the regulation of the level of B-type natriuretic peptide in the body. It is obviously seen from the the world literature that natriuretic peptides play an important role in the pathophysiology of heart failure. For this reason, many studies suggest that the importance of natriuretic peptides in the diagnosis and treatment of heart failure is recommended.
Due to this, we tried to investigate the effects of a comprehensive medication therapy with a combination of sacubitril/valsartan in the patients with chronic heart failure."
This document discusses acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF), which refers to new or worsening signs and symptoms of heart failure requiring medical care or hospitalization. ADHF accounts for over 50% of heart failure costs in the US. It has a high mortality and readmission rate. The document outlines common causes and presentations of ADHF and emphasizes the importance of a thorough clinical evaluation to diagnose ADHF and distinguish it from other potential causes of symptoms like shortness of breath. It describes assessing signs of congestion and hypoperfusion to classify patients and guide initial treatment.
Javed Butler, MD, MPH, MBA, discusses heart failure in this CME activity titled, "New Frontiers in Managing Heart Failure: Are SGLT2 Inhibitors the Next Leap Forward in Optimizing Patient Care?" For the full presentation, downloadable infographics, monograph, complete CME information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at http://bit.ly/2JG2v9l. CME credit will be available until May 29, 2020.
The document discusses guidelines for treating various hypertensive emergencies. It recommends first-line intravenous drugs like nitroprusside, fenoldopam, and labetalol. It provides guidance on treating specific complications like acute coronary syndrome, left ventricular failure, acute kidney injury, hyperadrenergic states, and acute ischemic stroke. The goal is to lower blood pressure no more than 25% initially and further gradually over 24-48 hours, avoiding excessive drops while stabilizing the patient. Exceptions are made for specific conditions like aortic dissection that require faster normalization.
- The purpose of this focused update is to revise sections of the 2013 ACCF/AHA Guideline for the Management of Heart Failure based on new evidence, including biomarkers, new therapies for HFrEF, updates on HFpEF, comorbidities, and prevention.
- Biomarkers such as BNP and NT-proBNP are useful for diagnosing and establishing prognosis in HF. New data suggest biomarker screening and early intervention may prevent HF development.
- For HFrEF Stage C/D, ARNI is now recommended to replace ACE-I or ARB to further reduce morbidity/mortality based on new trials. Concomitant use of ACE-I and ARNI may be harmful
The document provides guidelines for the management of heart failure from the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, and Heart Failure Society of America. It discusses recommendations for the initial clinical assessment of patients with heart failure, including obtaining a thorough history and physical examination to evaluate symptoms, signs of advanced heart failure, family history, potential causes, and comorbidities. Regular assessment of vital signs and evidence of clinical congestion is also recommended to guide ongoing medical management.
This document summarizes guidelines from the 2017 ACC/AHA/HFSA Focused Update for the management of heart failure. It discusses the initial evaluation of heart failure patients including the use of biomarkers for prevention, diagnosis and prognosis. It also reviews pharmacological treatments for stage C heart failure with reduced or preserved ejection fraction. Additionally, it examines important comorbidities seen in heart failure patients such as anemia, hypertension, and sleep disordered breathing.
1) Pulmonary embolism (PE) is caused by obstruction of the pulmonary arteries by thrombi or other materials originating elsewhere in the body. PE can be massive/hemodynamically unstable or submassive/hemodynamically stable.
2) Risk factors include obesity, smoking, and hypertension. Diagnosis involves imaging tests and treatment depends on PE severity and bleeding risk.
3) For submassive PE, anticoagulation is recommended. For massive PE, thrombolysis or embolectomy may be used if not high bleeding risk. Anticoagulation duration depends on provoking factors and risk of recurrence.
This document provides guidelines for the management of acute heart failure. It discusses current treatment strategies including diuretics, vasodilators, and inotropes. Novel therapeutic strategies are mentioned, such as newer inotropic drugs, rollofylline, tolvaptan, ularitide, relaxin, and others. The goals of therapy for acute heart failure are to make the patient feel better by reducing dyspnea, improve quality of life, reduce mortality and rehospitalization, and do so safely. Recent large clinical trials of new agents for acute heart failure have failed to show benefits observed in smaller earlier studies.
The document discusses several studies comparing different vasopressor agents for the treatment of shock. The SOAP study found no significant difference in mortality between norepinephrine plus dobutamine versus epinephrine alone for septic shock. The CATS study also found no difference in outcomes between these two combinations. The SOAP II trial found no significant difference in mortality between dopamine and norepinephrine for shock, but dopamine was associated with more adverse events. A study by Levy et al. found that norepinephrine-dobutamine for cardiogenic shock had similar hemodynamic effects as epinephrine but with fewer metabolic side effects.
ACEI/ARB are effective medications for treating heart failure (HF) and reducing morbidity and mortality after acute coronary syndrome (ACS). For HF, ACE inhibitors (ACEI) or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARB) are recommended to reduce HF hospitalizations and death by inhibiting the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. In ACS patients, ACEI reduce death from cardiovascular causes after myocardial infarction based on evidence from large randomized controlled trials. The combination of an ARB with neprilysin inhibition provides additional benefits for symptomatic HF patients beyond ACEI or ARB alone.
This document discusses direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) for treating and preventing blood clots. It summarizes clinical trials that found DOACs like dabigatran, rivaroxaban, apixaban, and edoxaban were as effective as warfarin for reducing strokes in atrial fibrillation with fewer bleeding risks. The document outlines the pharmacokinetics, dosing, indications and contraindications for each DOAC. It notes advantages of DOACs include rapid onset/offset, fixed dosing without monitoring, but notes disadvantages could include lack of antidotes and methods to assess patient adherence.
The document discusses a clinical trial that evaluated the use of nesiritide in patients with acute decompensated heart failure. The trial found that nesiritide reduced pulmonary capillary wedge pressure and improved dyspnea within 3 hours compared to placebo. However, later studies raised concerns about nesiritide potentially worsening renal function and increasing mortality. While initially approved by the FDA in 2001 based on its vasodilatory effects shown in trials, the risks of nesiritide remain controversial.
Fusaro - Renal Denervation, current evidence and new technical developmentsSalutaria
1. Renal denervation is a catheter-based procedure that uses radiofrequency energy to ablate renal nerves and lower blood pressure in patients with resistant hypertension.
2. A randomized controlled trial found that renal denervation produced significant reductions in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure compared to a control group at 6 months.
3. Potential benefits of renal denervation beyond blood pressure lowering include reduced left ventricular mass, improved glucose metabolism, and fewer episodes of atrial fibrillation. However, long-term outcomes require further study.
2009 Focused Update:
ACCF/AHA Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Heart Failure in Adults
J. Am. Coll. Cardiol. April 14, 2009; 53;1343-1382
Circulation. April 14, 2009;119;1977-2016
The document discusses using BNP or NT-proBNP blood tests to screen for heart failure in primary care settings. It finds that NT-proBNP performed better than BNP in identifying patients with left ventricular systolic dysfunction. A cutoff of 150 pg/ml for NT-proBNP provided a high negative predictive value of 97.3%, avoiding unnecessary referrals while missing only one mild case of heart failure. The document proposes a study to evaluate implementing NT-proBNP screening in primary care practices to guide referrals for suspected heart failure.
Summary of PROVE-HF and GUIDE-IT studies by Dr. Vaibhav Yawalkar MD, DM Cardi...vaibhavyawalkar
This document summarizes the PROVE-HF study which evaluated the effects of sacubitril/valsartan (ARNI) therapy on cardiac remodeling and biomarkers in patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). The main findings were:
1) Significant reductions in NT-proBNP levels occurred within 2 weeks of starting ARNI and correlated with improvements in cardiac structure and function at 12 months including increased LVEF and reduced LV volumes.
2) Reverse cardiac remodeling occurred in all patient subgroups including those with new-onset HF, those who were ACEI/ARB naïve, and those who did not reach target ARNI doses.
3) Patients with the
Acute Heart Failure: Current Standards and Evolution of Care.2015hivlifeinfo
This document provides an overview of the current standards and evolution of care for acute heart failure (AHF). It summarizes the use of biomarkers like natriuretic peptides and troponins in the diagnosis and risk stratification of AHF. It discusses the clinical considerations in stratifying AHF patients, including systolic blood pressure, worsening renal function, and the distribution of left ventricular ejection fraction. The document reviews current treatment options for AHF such as diuretics, vasodilators like nitroglycerin, and nesiritide based on clinical trials and guidelines.
1. Rate control is the initial approach for elderly patients with minor AF symptoms, while rhythm control may be considered for symptomatic patients despite rate control.
2. Catheter ablation is recommended for symptomatic patients where medical therapy fails, and can be considered as initial therapy in some selected patients.
3. Anticoagulation is recommended for AF patients based on their stroke risk profile according to CHA2DS2-VASc score. Warfarin requires careful management during pregnancy.
Losocor co training south africa Dr Saurav dekaassam1
Losacar co contain losartan and hydrochlorothiazide . This presentation give you brief about basics of hypertension and its treatment with losartan hydrochlorothiazide .
Acute Decompensated Heart Failure : What is New ?drucsamal
Prof. U. C. SAMAL is an expert in cardiology who has held leadership positions in several cardiological societies. The document discusses the management of acute decompensated heart failure and summarizes recent changes to guidelines. It provides an overview of pharmacological interventions for acute heart failure such as diuretics, vasodilators, and inotropes. Non-invasive ventilation and risk stratification scores are also mentioned. The document emphasizes the importance of both short-term stabilization and long-term management through multi-disciplinary programs to prevent readmissions.
"Heart failure is a typical clinical accompanied by symptoms syndrome (e.g. shortness of breath, ankle swelling and fatigue) that lead to structural or functional abnormalities of the heart (e.g. high venous pressure, pulmonary edema and peripheral edema).
In recent years, the significant role of B-type natriuretic peptide has been revealed in the pathogenesis of heart disease and the use of the drug sacubitril/valsartan has started. It has a positive effect on the regulation of the level of B-type natriuretic peptide in the body. It is obviously seen from the the world literature that natriuretic peptides play an important role in the pathophysiology of heart failure. For this reason, many studies suggest that the importance of natriuretic peptides in the diagnosis and treatment of heart failure is recommended.
Due to this, we tried to investigate the effects of a comprehensive medication therapy with a combination of sacubitril/valsartan in the patients with chronic heart failure."
This document discusses acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF), which refers to new or worsening signs and symptoms of heart failure requiring medical care or hospitalization. ADHF accounts for over 50% of heart failure costs in the US. It has a high mortality and readmission rate. The document outlines common causes and presentations of ADHF and emphasizes the importance of a thorough clinical evaluation to diagnose ADHF and distinguish it from other potential causes of symptoms like shortness of breath. It describes assessing signs of congestion and hypoperfusion to classify patients and guide initial treatment.
Javed Butler, MD, MPH, MBA, discusses heart failure in this CME activity titled, "New Frontiers in Managing Heart Failure: Are SGLT2 Inhibitors the Next Leap Forward in Optimizing Patient Care?" For the full presentation, downloadable infographics, monograph, complete CME information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at http://bit.ly/2JG2v9l. CME credit will be available until May 29, 2020.
The document discusses guidelines for treating various hypertensive emergencies. It recommends first-line intravenous drugs like nitroprusside, fenoldopam, and labetalol. It provides guidance on treating specific complications like acute coronary syndrome, left ventricular failure, acute kidney injury, hyperadrenergic states, and acute ischemic stroke. The goal is to lower blood pressure no more than 25% initially and further gradually over 24-48 hours, avoiding excessive drops while stabilizing the patient. Exceptions are made for specific conditions like aortic dissection that require faster normalization.
- The purpose of this focused update is to revise sections of the 2013 ACCF/AHA Guideline for the Management of Heart Failure based on new evidence, including biomarkers, new therapies for HFrEF, updates on HFpEF, comorbidities, and prevention.
- Biomarkers such as BNP and NT-proBNP are useful for diagnosing and establishing prognosis in HF. New data suggest biomarker screening and early intervention may prevent HF development.
- For HFrEF Stage C/D, ARNI is now recommended to replace ACE-I or ARB to further reduce morbidity/mortality based on new trials. Concomitant use of ACE-I and ARNI may be harmful
The document provides guidelines for the management of heart failure from the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, and Heart Failure Society of America. It discusses recommendations for the initial clinical assessment of patients with heart failure, including obtaining a thorough history and physical examination to evaluate symptoms, signs of advanced heart failure, family history, potential causes, and comorbidities. Regular assessment of vital signs and evidence of clinical congestion is also recommended to guide ongoing medical management.
This document discusses hypertensive crisis and provides treatment guidelines. It defines hypertensive emergency as high blood pressure in the presence of end-organ damage, which requires rapid reduction of blood pressure over 2-6 hours. Intravenous medications such as nicardipine, sodium nitroprusside, and labetalol are recommended over oral agents. Diltiazem is highlighted as an option that can reduce blood pressure while controlling heart rate and minimizing increases in intracranial pressure. The document recommends diltiazem intravenous infusion for hypertensive crisis and provides dosing charts.
hypertension anesthesia, general management. antihypertensive pharmacologyAbayneh Belihun
This document outlines a presentation on hypertension given at Aksum University in February 2016. It discusses the significance of hypertension for anesthetists, including how familiarity with antihypertensive drugs is important. It also notes that hypertension commonly occurs during anesthesia and its recognition depends on correctly functioning monitors. The document provides definitions of hypertension and outlines its classification, as well as general management approaches including non-pharmacological and pharmacological treatment. It discusses various drug classes used to treat hypertension and their mechanisms of action.
Sacubitril-valsartan (angiotensin receptor-neprilysin inhibitor or ARNI) provides a novel dual approach for managing heart failure by inhibiting neprilysin to increase natriuretic peptides while blocking the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system through angiotensin receptor blockade. The PARADIGM-HF trial found ARNI significantly reduced cardiovascular death, all-cause death, and heart failure hospitalizations compared to enalapril in patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. Current guidelines recommend ARNI as a replacement for ACE inhibitors or ARBs in such patients based on the benefits demonstrated in PARADIGM-HF.
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The 2022 AHA/ACC/HFSA Guideline for the Management of Heart Failure provides recommendations on the diagnosis and treatment of heart failure. Key points from the guideline include:
- New recommendations are made for treating heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) with sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors, mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists, and angiotensin receptor-neprilysin inhibitors.
- Heart failure with mildly reduced ejection fraction (HFmrEF) should be treated with sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors and other guideline-directed medical therapies.
- Amyloid heart disease has new recommendations for screening and treatment.
This document discusses the use of B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) testing in the evaluation of heart failure. It describes the physiology of BNP release and important caveats when interpreting BNP levels. Landmark trials are summarized that demonstrate the clinical utility of BNP for diagnosing heart failure, risk stratification of patients, and guiding heart failure management. The document recommends ordering BNP testing to help diagnose heart failure in patients with ambiguous signs and symptoms, as well as to track changes in patients' clinical status and risk over time.
Samir Morcos Rafla is an emeritus professor of cardiology at Alexandria University who has published guidelines on acute heart failure. Heart failure can be chronic or acute, with acute heart failure defined as a rapid onset of symptoms requiring urgent therapy. It is classified based on systolic blood pressure into normotensive, hypertensive, non-hypertensive, and hypotensive subtypes. Acute heart failure is a global public health problem associated with high rates of hospitalization and mortality.
This document defines hypertensive emergencies and discusses their management. It begins by classifying hypertension and defining hypertensive crises. Hypertensive emergencies are acute severe hypertension with signs of target organ damage, while hypertensive urgencies have severe hypertension without organ damage. The document then covers the epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, presentation, investigations, and management of hypertensive emergencies. It discusses treating different organ-specific emergencies like stroke, heart failure, and kidney injury. The management involves rapid blood pressure reduction while monitoring for complications. Various intravenous medications are outlined for treating hypertensive emergencies based on the target organ involved.
This document defines hypertensive emergencies and discusses their management. It begins by classifying hypertension and defining hypertensive crises. Hypertensive emergencies are acute severe hypertension with signs of target organ damage, while hypertensive urgencies have severe hypertension without organ damage. The document then covers the epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, presentation, investigations, and management of hypertensive emergencies. It discusses treating different organ-specific emergencies like stroke, heart failure, and kidney injury. The management involves rapid blood pressure reduction while monitoring for complications. Various intravenous medications are outlined to treat specific emergencies. Careful titration is needed due to the risk of overtreatment.
Hypertension according to latest clinical advances Arbeena Shakir
Hypertension is a progressive cardiovascular disorder defined as a chronic elevation of systemic arterial pressure above 140/90 mmHg. The document discusses the etiopathogenesis and pharmacotherapy of hypertension. Regarding etiology, it discusses arterial stiffness, water-sodium retention, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system, sympathetic dysregulation, and genetics as contributing factors. Treatment involves lifestyle modifications and pharmacotherapy including diuretics, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, calcium channel blockers, and beta-blockers. Recent advances discussed include endothelin receptor antagonists, neprilysin inhibition combined with RAAS inhibition, angiotensin II receptor agonists, SGLT2 inhibitors, and renal denervation
Guideline for the management of heart failureIqbal Dar
This document provides guidelines for the management of heart failure. It defines heart failure and outlines the stages from A to D. It recommends obtaining a thorough history and physical exam, diagnostic tests including biomarkers, and noninvasive cardiac imaging for initial and serial evaluation of heart failure patients. Invasive hemodynamic monitoring is recommended for selected patients with acute heart failure and impaired perfusion. Invasive coronary angiography is reasonable when ischemia may be contributing to heart failure.
This document summarizes guidelines for cardiac investigation and management of heart failure. It addresses:
- When to assess for coronary artery disease in heart failure patients
- Indications for endomyocardial biopsy and BNP testing
- Use of echocardiography and stress testing to evaluate patients
- Screening for rare diseases and comorbidities
- Use of cardiac resynchronization therapy and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators in heart failure
The document provides guidance on the appropriate use of diagnostic tests and treatments based on a patient's symptoms, ejection fraction, QRS duration, and response to medical therapy.
Prof. U. C. SAMAL provides an overview of acute decompensated heart failure and what is new in the field. He discusses similarities and differences between acute myocardial infarction and acute heart failure syndromes. Mortality rates are high for both conditions, though clinical benefits of interventions are greater for acute MI based on published clinical trials. The document then discusses definitions and classifications of acute heart failure syndromes, as well as guidelines for diagnosis and treatment from ESC and ACC/AHA. Biomarkers that can help with diagnosis, prognosis, and guiding therapy are also summarized.
The document discusses heart failure, including its definition, stages, causes, symptoms, and treatment guidelines. It provides an overview of epidemiology and costs of heart failure. Guidelines from ACC/AHA classify heart failure into stages A through D based on risk or presence of symptoms. Treatment involves managing risk factors, addressing neurohormonal activation, and following medication protocols tailored to each stage.
Masked hypertension is defined as having elevated blood pressure based on ambulatory or home monitoring, despite normal clinic or office readings. It is common in patients with chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and cardiovascular risk factors. Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring is recommended to accurately diagnose masked hypertension, as treatment based solely on office readings may miss elevated out-of-office pressures. Masked hypertension is associated with increased target organ damage and cardiovascular risk.
Three large international hypertension trials involving over 80,000 patients will improve understanding of hypertension management. The trials compare different drug classes and treatment strategies. They found that diuretics are as effective as newer drugs in lowering blood pressure and risk of cardiovascular events. The trials also showed tight blood pressure control, below 130/80 mmHg, provides better outcomes.
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Expresión clínica del fallo circulatorio que resulta en la utilización inadecuada del oxígeno celular. El diagnóstico de shock se basa en datos clínicos, hemodinámicos y bioquímicos.
Es la invasión a diferentes profundidades del miometrío por parte de trofoblasto que puede causar una adherencia anormal.
La decidua en estos casos es escasa o no existe, de modo que se carece de la línea fisiológica de división.
Este documento describe la hemoglobinuria paroxística nocturna (HPN), un trastorno adquirido de las células madres clonales que causa una sensibilidad anormal de los eritrocitos a la lisis por el complemento. Los síntomas incluyen hemoglobinuria episódica, anemia y trombosis. El tratamiento incluye reposición de hierro, corticoesteroides y el anticuerpo monoclonal eculizumab para reducir la hemolisis. La mayoría de los pacientes con HPN requieren el cuidado continuo de un hematólogo
Es un antibiótico y antiparasitario del grupo de los nitroimidazoles. Inhibe la síntesis de los ácidos nucleicos y es utilizado para el tratamiento de las infecciones provocadas por protozoarios y bacterias anaeróbicas. El metronidazol es también indicado como preparación gel para el tratamiento de enfermedades dermatológicas como el acné rosácea.
Tuberculosis Epidemiologia Mundial y en Colombia ¿como notificar?Dr.Cesar97
La tuberculosis sigue siendo una de las principales causas de mortalidad en el mundo, con 10.4 millones de casos y 1.8 millones de muertes en 2015. La mayoría de las muertes ocurren en países de ingresos bajos y medianos, con India, Indonesia, China, Nigeria, Pakistán y Sudáfrica representando el 60% de las muertes totales. La tuberculosis también es una de las principales causas de muerte entre las personas VIH positivas.
Conjunto de trastornos de la vasculatura cerebral que
conllevan a una disminución del flujo sanguíneo en el
cerebro con la consecuente afectación, de manera transitoria
o permanente, de la función de una región generalizada del
cerebro o de una zona más pequeña o focal, sin que exista
otra causa aparente que el origen vascular.
La enfermedad cerebrovascular trae como consecuencia
procesos isquémicos o hemorrágicos , causando o no la
subsecuente aparición de sintomatología o secuelas
neurológicas.
La hipertensión arterial es el principal factor de riesgo de la
enfermedad cerebrovascular.
Este documento proporciona información sobre insuficiencia cardíaca, incluyendo su definición, síntomas, signos, causas, fracción de eyección, diagnóstico y tratamiento. Explica cómo la insuficiencia cardíaca reduce la capacidad del corazón para bombear sangre de manera efectiva y los mecanismos compensatorios del cuerpo. También describe los cambios estructurales y funcionales que ocurren en el corazón debido a la insuficiencia cardíaca.
El estrés y sus implicaciones fisiológicas.Dr.Cesar97
El documento describe las implicaciones fisiológicas del estrés. Explica que el estrés es la respuesta del cuerpo ante situaciones estresantes que amenazan el equilibrio homeostático y pueden desencadenar alteraciones en los sistemas inmunológico, nervioso y endocrino. También describe cómo el estrés crónico puede agotar al cuerpo y provocar hipertensión. Finalmente, señala que el estrés ha sido ampliamente estudiado por los efectos negativos que tiene en la conducta y la salud.
Este documento presenta el caso clínico de un paciente masculino de 24 años diagnosticado con diabetes mellitus tipo 1. El paciente presentó síntomas de polidipsia, polifagia y poliuria durante 2 meses, así como mareos después de comer carbohidratos y fatiga muscular persistente. Fue diagnosticado con cetoacidosis diabética durante una visita a urgencias por dolor abdominal. Se le administró tratamiento con insulina y soluciones salinas para contrarrestar la cetoacidosis. Actualmente se le da un manejo ambulatorio mediante insulina flex
Análisis de la película CONTAGIO Meningoencefalitis Dr.Cesar97
Cuando Beth Emhoff (Gwyneth Paltrow) regresa de un viaje de negocios en Hong Kong, no sabe que le queda poco tiempo de vida. Está contagiada de un extraño virus que va a matar a millones de personas en el plazo de unos pocos meses. Una vez muerta, su marido Mitch (Matt Damon) descubre que es inmune y que debe cuidar de su hija adolescente. Mientras tanto, el periodista freelance Alan Krumwiede (Jude Law) decide utilizar su blog para narrar los sucesos a pie de calle y que la gente corriente no se deje engañar por los gobiernos.
En Atlanta, los representantes del Departamento de Seguridad Nacional se reúnen con el doctor Ellis Cheever (Laurence Fishburne) para encontrar una vacuna para el extraño virus. Por ello envía a la agente Erin Mears (Kate Winslet) a Minneapolis para que investigue y trate de encontrar algo para controlar su propagación y trabaja con la doctora Ally Hextall (Jennifer Ehle) para encontrar la cura del virus. Por su parte, la OMS elige a la doctora Leonora Orantes (Marion Cotillard) para que se encargue de la investigación. Esta le llevará hasta Asia, donde será secuestrada. Mientras la doctora Erin es contagiada por el virus dentro de su hotel mientras investigaba los casos, la trasladan con las demás personas contagiadas en busca de asistencia médica, y finalmente muere junto a otro millón de personas.
El documento describe los nueve pasos establecidos por el CDC para desarrollar iniciativas de comunicación en salud, incluyendo definir el asunto de salud, establecer metas y objetivos, describir la audiencia, desarrollar un plan de comunicación, probar mensajes, desarrollar un plan de promoción e implementar y evaluar los esfuerzos. Un décimo paso es la retroalimentación.
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Maria I. Negrete Guzman
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Cesar D. Ordoñez Dominguez
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Ictus isquémico en ACM por consumo de anticonceptivos oralesDr.Cesar97
1) Una paciente de 18 años ingresó con hemiplejía izquierda aguda y anosognosia tras 24 horas de cefalea, con antecedentes de uso de anticonceptivos orales. 2) La resonancia magnética mostró una lesión en el territorio de la arteria cerebral media derecha y la angiografía una oclusión de dicha arteria. 3) Los síntomas y hallazgos sugieren un accidente cerebrovascular isquémico producido por trombosis de la arteria cerebral media asociado al consumo de anticonceptivos orales.
El síndrome de Crouzon es un trastorno genético raro caracterizado por la fusión prematura de los huesos del cráneo y la cara, lo que causa deformidades en la cabeza, rostro y dientes. Se hereda de padres a hijos según un patrón autosómico dominante. Actualmente no tiene cura, pero los síntomas se pueden tratar quirúrgica y ortodóncicamente.
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Statistics- Statistics is the science of collecting, organizing, presenting, analyzing and interpreting numerical data to assist in making more effective decisions.
A statistics is a measure which is used to estimate the population parameter
Parameters-It is used to describe the properties of an entire population.
Examples-Measures of central tendency Dispersion, Variance, Standard Deviation (SD), Absolute Error, Mean Absolute Error (MAE), Eigen Value
5-hydroxytryptamine or 5-HT or Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that serves a range of roles in the human body. It is sometimes referred to as the happy chemical since it promotes overall well-being and happiness.
It is mostly found in the brain, intestines, and blood platelets.
5-HT is utilised to transport messages between nerve cells, is known to be involved in smooth muscle contraction, and adds to overall well-being and pleasure, among other benefits. 5-HT regulates the body's sleep-wake cycles and internal clock by acting as a precursor to melatonin.
It is hypothesised to regulate hunger, emotions, motor, cognitive, and autonomic processes.
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The biomechanics of running involves the study of the mechanical principles underlying running movements. It includes the analysis of the running gait cycle, which consists of the stance phase (foot contact to push-off) and the swing phase (foot lift-off to next contact). Key aspects include kinematics (joint angles and movements, stride length and frequency) and kinetics (forces involved in running, including ground reaction and muscle forces). Understanding these factors helps in improving running performance, optimizing technique, and preventing injuries.
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Debunking Nutrition Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction"AlexandraDiaz101
In a world overflowing with diet trends and conflicting nutrition advice, it’s easy to get lost in misinformation. This article cuts through the noise to debunk common nutrition myths that may be sabotaging your health goals. From the truth about carbohydrates and fats to the real effects of sugar and artificial sweeteners, we break down what science actually says. Equip yourself with knowledge to make informed decisions about your diet, and learn how to navigate the complexities of modern nutrition with confidence. Say goodbye to food confusion and hello to a healthier you!
How to Control Your Asthma Tips by gokuldas hospital.Gokuldas Hospital
Respiratory issues like asthma are the most sensitive issue that is affecting millions worldwide. It hampers the daily activities leaving the body tired and breathless.
The key to a good grip on asthma is proper knowledge and management strategies. Understanding the patient-specific symptoms and carving out an effective treatment likewise is the best way to keep asthma under control.
Osvaldo Bernardo Muchanga-GASTROINTESTINAL INFECTIONS AND GASTRITIS-2024.pdfOsvaldo Bernardo Muchanga
GASTROINTESTINAL INFECTIONS AND GASTRITIS
Osvaldo Bernardo Muchanga
Gastrointestinal Infections
GASTROINTESTINAL INFECTIONS result from the ingestion of pathogens that cause infections at the level of this tract, generally being transmitted by food, water and hands contaminated by microorganisms such as E. coli, Salmonella, Shigella, Vibrio cholerae, Campylobacter, Staphylococcus, Rotavirus among others that are generally contained in feces, thus configuring a FECAL-ORAL type of transmission.
Among the factors that lead to the occurrence of gastrointestinal infections are the hygienic and sanitary deficiencies that characterize our markets and other places where raw or cooked food is sold, poor environmental sanitation in communities, deficiencies in water treatment (or in the process of its plumbing), risky hygienic-sanitary habits (not washing hands after major and/or minor needs), among others.
These are generally consequences (signs and symptoms) resulting from gastrointestinal infections: diarrhea, vomiting, fever and malaise, among others.
The treatment consists of replacing lost liquids and electrolytes (drinking drinking water and other recommended liquids, including consumption of juicy fruits such as papayas, apples, pears, among others that contain water in their composition).
To prevent this, it is necessary to promote health education, improve the hygienic-sanitary conditions of markets and communities in general as a way of promoting, preserving and prolonging PUBLIC HEALTH.
Gastritis and Gastric Health
Gastric Health is one of the most relevant concerns in human health, with gastrointestinal infections being among the main illnesses that affect humans.
Among gastric problems, we have GASTRITIS AND GASTRIC ULCERS as the main public health problems. Gastritis and gastric ulcers normally result from inflammation and corrosion of the walls of the stomach (gastric mucosa) and are generally associated (caused) by the bacterium Helicobacter pylor, which, according to the literature, this bacterium settles on these walls (of the stomach) and starts to release urease that ends up altering the normal pH of the stomach (acid), which leads to inflammation and corrosion of the mucous membranes and consequent gastritis or ulcers, respectively.
In addition to bacterial infections, gastritis and gastric ulcers are associated with several factors, with emphasis on prolonged fasting, chemical substances including drugs, alcohol, foods with strong seasonings including chilli, which ends up causing inflammation of the stomach walls and/or corrosion. of the same, resulting in the appearance of wounds and consequent gastritis or ulcers, respectively.
Among patients with gastritis and/or ulcers, one of the dilemmas is associated with the foods to consume in order to minimize the sensation of pain and discomfort.
2. Introduction
The scope of the focused update includes revision to the sections on
biomarkers; new therapies indicated for stage C HF with reduced ejection
fraction (HFrEF); updates on HF with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF);
new data on important comorbidities, including sleep apnea, anemia, and
hypertension; and new insights into the prevention of HF.
Update on New Pharmacological Therapy for Heart Failure”, which
introduced guidance on new therapies, specifically for the use of an
angiotensin receptor–neprilysin inhibitor (ARNI) (valsartan/sacubitril) and a
sinoatrial node modulator (ivabradine).
New data on important comorbidities, including sleep apnea, anemia, and
hypertension; and new insights into the prevention of HF.
3. Initial and Serial Evaluation of the HF Patient
Biomarkers
• Assays for BNP (B-type natriuretic peptide) and NT-proBNP (N-
terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide), which are both natriuretic
peptide biomarkers, have been used increasingly to establish the
presence and severity of HF.
• Notably, BNP, but not NT-proBNP, is a substrate for neprilysin.
Therefore, ARNI increases BNP levels but not NT-proBNP levels..
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6. Treatment of Stages A to D
Stage C
Pharmacological Treatment for Stage C HF With Reduced Ejection
Fraction
7. Treatment of Stages A to D
Stage C
Pharmacological Treatment for Stage C HF With Reduced Ejection
Fraction
8. Treatment of Stages A to D
Stage C
Pharmacological Treatment for Stage C HF With Reduced Ejection
Fraction