Cardiology Archives - Clinical FAQ https://clinicalfaq.com/category/cardiology/ Your go-to source for addressing common clinical medicine questions, empowering you to make informed decisions and stay up-to-date on the latest medical breakthroughs Thu, 20 Apr 2023 20:42:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://clinicalfaq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Clinical-FAQ-Favicon-512x512-1-150x150.png Cardiology Archives - Clinical FAQ https://clinicalfaq.com/category/cardiology/ 32 32 Patient Guide: Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) https://clinicalfaq.com/cardiology/patient-guide-congestive-heart-failure-chf/ https://clinicalfaq.com/cardiology/patient-guide-congestive-heart-failure-chf/#respond Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:33:02 +0000 https://clinicalfaq.com/?p=381 Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a chronic condition where the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, leading to fluid accumulation in the body. Treatment for CHF involves lifestyle changes, medications, medical devices, or surgical procedures, with the goal of managing symptoms, improving heart function, and addressing underlying causes. Outcomes for CHF treatment vary depending on the severity of the condition and individual factors, but can include symptom improvement, slowed disease progression, and increased life expectancy.

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