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. 2023 Aug;136(8):745-752.
doi: 10.1016/j.amjmed.2023.04.033. Epub 2023 May 4.

Pharmacological Therapy Optimization for Heart Failure: A Practical Guide for the Internist

Michelle Dimza  1 , Varsha Kurup  2 , Catarina Canha  2 , Arlene Jimenez  2 , Mohammad Al-Ani  2 , Alex M Parker  2 , Juan R Vilaro  2 , Mustafa M Ahmed  2 , Juan M Aranda Jr  2
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Pharmacological Therapy Optimization for Heart Failure: A Practical Guide for the Internist

Michelle Dimza et al. Am J Med. 2023 Aug.

Abstract

Heart failure carries significant morbidity and mortality and affects a large population of patients cared for predominantly by primary care physicians. The complexity of managing heart failure patients is increasing as new therapies continue to emerge. This review outlines important clinical pearls and proposes strategies for optimization of medical therapy.

Keywords: Guideline-directed medical therapy; Heart failure; Medical treatment; Titration.

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