9^th World Congress On Cardiology and Heart Failure

Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction Challenges

Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) poses diagnostic and therapeutic challenges due to heterogeneity in pathophysiology.

Key Highlights:

• Diagnosis: Echocardiography and biomarkers aid in differentiating HFpEF from other cardiac conditions.
• Comorbidities: Hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and atrial fibrillation complicate management.
• Symptom management: Diuretics relieve congestion; exercise and lifestyle modification improve functional status.
• Novel therapies: Clinical trials explore SGLT2 inhibitors, mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists, and personalized medicine.
• Prognosis: Early identification and multidisciplinary management enhance quality of life and reduce hospitalizations.

Addressing HFpEF requires individualized care focusing on underlying causes and symptomatic improvement.