The Korean Journal of Medicine

The Korean Association of Internal Medicine (대한내과학회)
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Pharmacological Treatment of Heart Failure

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  • Yoo, Byung-Su (Division of Cardiology, Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine)
  • 유병수 (연세대학교 원주의과대학 심장내과)
  • Published : 2011.12.01
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Abstract

Optimal treatment of heart failure is important to reduce hospitalization and mortality. In according to recommendation for treatment from major guideline, most patients with HF should be routinely managed with a combination of 3 types of drugs: a diuretic, an ACEI or an ARB, and a beta blocker. The value of these drugs has been established by the results of numerous large-scale clinical trials, and the evidence supporting a central role for their use is compelling. This review is focused on the drug treatment based on the evidence and practical implication.

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