Diagnosis and Treatment of Acute Heart Failure: A Retrospective Observational Study and Medical Audit.

ABSTRACT: Background: Acute Heart Failure (AHF) is a leading cause of hospitalizations and remains a significant socioeconomic burden. Despite advances in medical care, mortality and rehospitalization rates remain high. Previous AHF audits have revealed regional differences and a poor adherence to guidelines. This study aimed to assess guideline adherence in a public teaching hospital to identify areas for improvement. Methods: This retrospective observational study examined clinical routine data of patients hospitalized for AHF at a Swiss public teaching hospital between 2018 and 2019. AHF management was evaluated against the relevant guidelines of the European Society of Cardiology. Results: The study included 760 AHF cases of 726 patients (median age 84 years, range 45-101, 5

SUBMITTER: Suchina J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11478339 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature