Korean J Med.  2011 Dec;81(6):716-719.

Pharmacological Treatment of Heart Failure

• Yoo BS

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.

Keyword

Drug; Heart failure

MeSH Terms

Heart
Heart Failure
Hospitalization
Humans