Advanced Heart Failure/Cardiomyopathy

What is Advanced Heart Failure/Cardiomyopathy?

Cardiomyopathies are a heterogeneous group of heart muscle diseases and an important cause of heart failure (HF) in young populations. The variety of causes, multiple underlying pathophysiological mechanisms, and different phenotypic expressions influence their presentation and response to treatment.

Symptoms

Shortness of breath with activity or when lying down.
Fatigue and weakness.
Swelling in the legs, ankles and feet.
Rapid or irregular heartbeat.
Reduced ability to exercise.
Wheezing.
A cough that doesn't go away or a cough that brings up white or pink mucus with spots of blood.

Complications

Chest pain
Arrhythmia
Thrombus
Heart valve problems
Tachycardia
Certain infections
Lung problems
Pregnancy
Cardiac arrest

Causes

Diabetes
Coronary artery disease
Family history of heart failure
Heart inflammation
Hypertension
Alcohol misuse
Arrhythmia
Cardiomyopathy
Chemotherapy

Risk factors

Being older than 65.
Using tobacco products, cocaine or alcohol.
Having an inactive (sedentary) lifestyle.
Eating foods that have a lot of salt and fat.
Having high blood pressure.
Having coronary artery disease.
Having a heart attack

Prevention

Lifestyle changes. These are the same changes as those for preventing heart failure. In addition, you may be advised to avoid salt (because of fluid retention) and caffeine (because of heartbeat irregularities). Your doctor will advise how much fluid and what kinds to drink, as sometimes fluid intake should be limited.

How is it diagnosed?

Surgery or other treatment to place a heart device may be recommended to treat the problem that led to heart failure. Surgery or other procedures for heart failure may include: Coronary bypass surgery. You may need this surgery if severely blocked arteries are causing your heart failure

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How is it treated?

Treatment for acute myeloid leukemia is vital. It varies with the patient and stage of the disease. Treatment options include

Coronary bypass surgery.
Heart valve repair or replacement.
Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD).
Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT).
Ventricular assist device (VAD).
Heart transplant.

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