reviewNew England Journal of MedicineMay 14, 2003Closed access

Heart Failure

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

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Abstract

Heart failure is a costly and deadly condition that currently affects nearly 5 million Americans. The incidence approaches 10 per 1000 population among persons older than 65 years of age. This review highlights current pathophysiological concepts and discusses available therapies for a range of patients — from those at risk to those with widespread disease.

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1,561
total citations
FWCI
56.11
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100%
References
85
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Authors

2

Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Medicine
  • Heart failure
  • Incidence (geometry)
  • Intensive care medicine
  • Disease
  • Population
  • Gerontology
  • Internal medicine
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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