Heart Failure: From Research to Clinical Practice

Description

Heart failure (HF), also known as chronic heart failure (CHF), is when the heart is unable to pump sufficiently to maintain blood flow to meet the body's needs. Heart failure is a common, costly, and potentially fatal condition. Treatment depends on the severity and cause of the disease. The concise resource describes the current views on the biological mechanisms, clinical assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based treatments of the condition. This book is a quick, expert overview of the many key facets of heart failure research. This easy-to-read reference focuses on the incidence, distribution, and possible control of this significant clinical and public health problem which is often associated with higher mortality and morbidity, as well as increased healthcare expenditures. This book explains up to date with what’s new in the field and how it can benefit patients. With contributions from international experts in their specified fields and are suitable for both beginners and more advanced readers. This comprehensive text will prove a valuable resource for both research students and expert clinicians.