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Cardiac Disease

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)

HIGH SEVERITY

Chronic progressive condition where heart muscle cannot pump enough blood to meet body needs. End-stage of many cardiac diseases with poor prognosis.

Global Affected

65.0M

Countries

38

Symptoms

Dyspnea on exertion
Orthopnea
Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea
Peripheral edema
Fatigue
Rapid heartbeat
Persistent cough
Abdominal swelling
Weight gain

Treatment Options

ACE inhibitors/ARBs
Beta-blockers
Diuretics
Aldosterone antagonists
SGLT2 inhibitors
ARNIs
Implantable defibrillators
Cardiac resynchronization
Heart transplant

Risk Factors

1Coronary artery disease
2Hypertension
3Diabetes
4Obesity
5Valvular heart disease
6Cardiomyopathy
7Sleep apnea
8Alcohol abuse
9Smoking
10Family history

Diagnostic Methods

  • 1Echocardiogram
  • 2BNP/NT-proBNP blood test
  • 3Chest X-ray
  • 4ECG
  • 5Cardiac MRI
  • 6Stress test
  • 7Coronary angiography

Prognosis

5-year survival ~50-75% with modern therapy. Advanced stage 1-year mortality 50% without transplant.

Prevention

  • Blood pressure control
  • Diabetes management
  • Regular cardiac screening
  • Weight management
  • Smoking cessation
  • Limiting alcohol

Research Status

ARNIs (Sacubitril/Valsartan) revolutionized treatment. SGLT2 inhibitors now standard. Gene therapy trials for cardiomyopathy ongoing.

Affected Countries

United StatesUnited KingdomCanadaAustraliaGermanyFranceItalySpainJapanChinaIndiaBrazilRussiaSwedenNetherlandsBelgiumSwitzerlandAustriaDenmarkNorwayFinlandPolandCzech RepublicHungaryRomaniaBulgariaCroatiaSloveniaSlovakiaLTLVEEIrelandPortugalGreeceCYMTLU

Sources

  • https://www.heart.org
  • https://www.cdc.gov/
  • https://www.hematology.org/education/patients
  • https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books
  • https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult healthcare professionals for medical advice, diagnosis, and treatment.