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🔹 Heart Failure Classification 🫀
The Universal Definition of HF and ESC Classification provide a standardised approach to HF diagnosis and management.
Universal HF Classification
📌 LVEF-Based Categories:
• HFrEF: ≤40%
• HFmrEF: 41–49%
• HFpEF: ≥50%
• HFimpEF: Previously ≤40%, now >40%
📌 Stages:
• A (At Risk): No HF symptoms but risk factors (HTN, diabetes).
• B (Pre-HF): No symptoms but structural/functional abnormalities.
• C (Symptomatic HF): Current/past HF symptoms.
• D (Advanced HF): Severe HF symptoms, frequent hospitalisations, or advanced therapy need.
📚 Based On :
1. 2021 ESC Hear Failure Guidelines
2. 2021 Universal Heart Failure Classification
@Updates_in_Medicine
The Universal Definition of HF and ESC Classification provide a standardised approach to HF diagnosis and management.
Universal HF Classification
📌 LVEF-Based Categories:
• HFrEF: ≤40%
• HFmrEF: 41–49%
• HFpEF: ≥50%
• HFimpEF: Previously ≤40%, now >40%
📌 Stages:
• A (At Risk): No HF symptoms but risk factors (HTN, diabetes).
• B (Pre-HF): No symptoms but structural/functional abnormalities.
• C (Symptomatic HF): Current/past HF symptoms.
• D (Advanced HF): Severe HF symptoms, frequent hospitalisations, or advanced therapy need.
📚 Based On :
1. 2021 ESC Hear Failure Guidelines
2. 2021 Universal Heart Failure Classification
@Updates_in_Medicine