Abstract
Heart failure is a major cause of cardiovascular death. In this symposium, we explained etiology, prevention and the updated treatment for heart failure. In particular, the recent progress of pharmacological and cardiac implantable electronic device therapy has prolonged the survival of patients with heart failure. In addition, the treatment with ventricular assist device is now available in a candidate for heart transplantation in Hokkaido University Hospital. We hope that this symposium would help the attendance to understand the prevention and treatment for heart failure, thereby improving its prognosis.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 11-14 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Unknown Journal |
Volume | 88 |
Issue number | 1 |
Publication status | Published - Jan 2013 |
Externally published | Yes |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Medicine(all)