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CardioBites: Congestion

What is Congestion in Heart Failure?
Heart failure is a clinical syndrome marked by current or prior symptoms and/or signs of pulmonary or systemic congestion, which can result from structural or functional cardiac abnormalities. In this video, we review the definitions and origins of pulmonary and systemic congestion in heart failure.

Congestion Videos in the Series

How Do I Manage Outpatient Worsening of Congestion in Heart Failure? Congestion in patients with heart failure is a primary cause of hospital admissions and mortality. Strategies to manage worsening of congestion in the outpatient setting are discussed in this video. Watch now.

Oral Diuretic Challenges in Heart Congestion. Oral diuretics are a mainstay or managing congestion heart failure. In this video we discuss the common probelms of diuretic resistance and inadequate decongestion along with strategies to identify and treat these issues. Watch now.

New Treatment Options for Outpatient Worsening Congestion in Heart Failure
Diuretics are essential in the care of patients with heart failure -- but what happens when oral therapy isn't enough and IV access isn't feasible? In this quick, evidence-based video, we highlight the data behind subcutaneous furosemide, a novel outpatient option that may offer more flexibility in managing congestion. Watch now.

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Support for this program was provided by an independent grant from scPharmaceuticals, Inc.

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