How is heart failure diagnosed?

In order to diagnose heart failure first a consultation takes place between patient and physician.

The physician has several diagnostic tools available to confirm diagnosis.

How is heart failure treated?

There are many different treatments available for heart failure.

Treatment options include drug therapy, device therapy and surgery.

The aims of treatment are to:

1.       Slow progression of the disease.

2.     Improve your quality of life and help you live longer.

3.       Relieve symptoms.

4.       Reduce the need to go into hospital.