Ultrasound imaging of congestion in heart failure: a narrative review.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

Congestion is a key determinant in the evolution of patients with heart failure (HF), leading to higher rates of emergency visits, hospital admissions and even mortality. Both clinical and subclinical congestion have been associated with a worse prognosis, hence the importance of its correct detection, characterization and treatment. Multiparametric assessment with ultrasound imaging, lung ultrasound (LUS) and venous Doppler analysis, has emerged as a very informative and accessible diagnostic tool in HF patients throughout their evolution. This review aims to provide a practical approach for the implementation of these techniques as well as a comprehensive summary of their prognostic and therapeutic applications in specific clinical settings.

Methods

SUBMITTER: Gamarra A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11921191 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature