#153 HFpEF: 5 Pearls Segment
Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast
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Challenges in Diagnosing Diastolic Dysfunction and HFpEF
This chapter explores the difficulties in diagnosing diastolic dysfunction and heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) using echocardiograms. It discusses the complexities of interpreting echocardiogram findings in relation to diastolic dysfunction, highlights the significance of left atrial enlargement, and emphasizes the importance of considering clinical symptoms in diagnosis. The chapter also delves into the use of B-type natriuretic peptides (BNPs) as a diagnostic tool, addressing the challenges and implications of BNP deficiency in heart failure cases.
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