Heart Failure

Heart failure occurs when the heart cannot pump as much blood as the body requires. This ineffective pumping can lead to enlargement of the heart as the myocardium works harder pump the same amount of blood. Heart failure may be caused by defects in the myocardium, such as an a heart attack infarct, or due to structural issues such as severe heart valve regurgitation. Heart failure can be divided into HF with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), and HF with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). The disease is further divided into four New York Heart Association (NYHA) classes. Stage IV heart failure is when the heart is completely failing and requires a heart transplant or hemodynamic support from a left ventricular assist device (LVAD).

AI-powered platform for heart failure detection gains FDA clearance
According to data submitted to the FDA, the platform has been linked to an accuracy of 90%, sensitivity of 87.8% and specificity of 83%.
The ‘other’ vulnerable phase of HF management
Managing new-onset HF is a delicate task for cardiologists, and one that demands an appropriate balance between aggressive treatment and optimal quality of life for the patient. But that balance may be harder to strike than previously thought, researchers reported in Circulation this month.

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AI-powered platform for heart failure detection gains FDA clearance

According to data submitted to the FDA, the platform has been linked to an accuracy of 90%, sensitivity of 87.8% and specificity of 83%.

December 8, 2022

The ‘other’ vulnerable phase of HF management

Managing new-onset HF is a delicate task for cardiologists, and one that demands an appropriate balance between aggressive treatment and optimal quality of life for the patient. But that balance may be harder to strike than previously thought, researchers reported in Circulation this month.

August 22, 2019

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