What is Heart Failure? - American Heart Association
Mar 22, 2023 · The American Heart Association explains heart failure (HF), sometimes called congestive heart failure (CHF), as a chronic, progressive condition in which the heart muscle is unable to pump enough blood through the heart to meet the body's needs for blood and oxygen.
Heart Failure - American Heart Association
The American Heart Association wants to help you Rise Above Heart Failure (HF). Find out the warning signs of heart failure, also called congestive heart failure (CHF), learn about ejection fraction, and how to treat and manage your HF.
Heart failure symptoms usually develop over time as your heart becomes weaker and less able to pump the blood that your body needs. Heart failure usually results in an enlarged heart (left ventricle). Heart failure is a serious long-term (chronic) condition.
Treatment Options for Heart Failure
Jul 10, 2023 · Heart failure caused by damage to the heart that has developed over time can’t be cured, but it can be treated, often with strategies to improve symptoms. Meanwhile, people at high risk of developing heart failure can take preventive steps to reduce their risk.
Types of Heart Failure - American Heart Association
Mar 23, 2023 · Learn about the types of heart failure, including congestive heart failure, systolic failure (HFrEF), and diastolic failure (HFpEF).
Heart Failure Tools and Resources
Check in - Your symptoms may indicate a need to contact your doctor of health care team. Call your physician or call 911 - you need to be evaluated right away. The American Heart Association offers these tools and resources to help you manage your heart failure.
Classes and Stages of Heart Failure
Jun 7, 2024 · Heart failure can progress, so researchers have identified four stages of the disease — A, B, C and D. Health care professionals also classify heart failure when it has progressed to stages C and D. This classification measures a patient’s overall heart function and severity of …
Common Tests for Heart Failure - American Heart Association
Jun 14, 2023 · Common tests for heart failure include an echo, chest X-ray. EKG and more. The American Heart Association explains the common tests for heart failure and the procedures for diagnosing heart failure.
Devices and Surgical Procedures to Treat Heart Failure
Jul 11, 2023 · Learn about devices and procedures used to treat heart failure, such as valve replacement, defibrillator implantation and left ventricular assist device (LVAD).
What is Heart Failure?
Mar 22, 2023 · The American Heart Association explains heart failure (HF), sometimes called congestive heart failure (CHF), as a chronic, progressive condition in which the heart muscle is unable to pump enough blood through the heart to meet …