Heart Failure Hospitalization
Short-term NSAID use may increase risk for first-time HF hospitalization in diabetes
An analysis of Danish registry data show that NSAID use, even for a short time, could raise risk for new-onset HF hospitalization among adults with type 2 diabetes, researchers reported at the European Society of Cardiology Congress.
Data show HF readmissions after TAVR ‘remain steady’ across centers
A database analysis of hospital readmissions after transcatheter aortic valve replacement show HF readmissions have remained steady over 3 years across low- and high-volume TAVR centers, despite an overall decline in all-cause readmissions.
Prior HF, diabetes, polyvascular disease raise risk for HF hospitalization
In patients with stable atherosclerotic CVD, those with prior HF were more than eight times more likely to be hospitalized for HF during follow-up, data show.
HF ‘most expensive’ comorbidity, exceeding $22 billion per year
An additional $22.3 billion is spent nationally on HF-related medical services each year, with the total annual expenditure for adults with HF approaching $180 billion, according to an analysis of Medical Expenditure Panel Survey data.
ED visits, outpatient encounters drive increased incidence of worsening HF events
The annual incidence of worsening HF events increased during the past decade, largely driven by higher rates of outpatient encounters and ED visits and observation stays, according to an analysis of electronic health records.
First-line SGLT2 inhibitors lower risk for heart failure hospitalization vs. metformin
For patients with type 2 diabetes, first-line SGLT2 inhibitors might be better than metformin when it comes to their cardiovascular health, according to results of a population-based cohort study.
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Ablation vs. standard care after first ICD shock for ventricular tachycardia.
Immediate ventricular tachycardia ablation after first ICD shock may improve survival
WASHINGTON — Ablation soon after first implantable cardioverter defibrillator shock for ventricular tachycardia conferred better event-free survival compared with standard care, a speaker reported.
Medical interpreters can improve HF outcomes for patients with limited English proficiency
WASHINGTON — Integrating medical interpreters as part of the HF team and designing practical discharge plans could reduce disparities for patients with HF and limited English proficiency.
Novel collaborative care program reduces HF readmission rates
A chronic disease management pilot program designed to digitally connect health care providers and community-based agencies reduced HF readmission rates and improved communication among care team members, according to a case study.