Comorbidities in Heart Failure: Challenges in Clinical Diagnosis and Management
A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Pathology and Molecular Diagnostics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (29 February 2024) | Viewed by 1398
Special Issue Editors
Interests: cardiovascular prevention; heart failure; sports cardiology; digital cardiology; mHealth; artificial intelligence
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Dear Colleagues,
Heart failure is a multifaceted cardiovascular disorder affecting millions of people worldwide. One crucial aspect often overlooked is the presence of comorbidities, which significantly impact disease progression, outcomes, and treatment efficacy. Comorbid conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, and mental health disorders, can complicate heart failure management, challenging clinicians in providing optimal care. Understanding the intricate relationships and mechanisms linking heart failure and comorbidities is essential for developing targeted interventions and improving patient outcomes.
This Special Issue aims to explore the complex interplay between heart failure and comorbidities, shedding light on their prevalence, impact, and underlying pathophysiological mechanisms. We invite original research, systematic reviews, and clinical studies that delve into the epidemiology, risk factors, and shared pathways linking heart failure with diverse comorbid conditions. Authors are encouraged to present novel approaches and evidence-based strategies for managing heart failure patients with comorbidities effectively. By disseminating the latest research, we hope to advance knowledge, foster collaboration between disciplines, and ultimately enhance clinical management to improve the lives of individuals living with heart failure and comorbidities.
Note: This Special Issue welcomes contributions from researchers, clinicians, and experts in the fields of cardiology, epidemiology, endocrinology, nephrology, mental health, and related disciplines. The following are the themes for submitted papers to focus on: epidemiology and burden of comorbidities in heart failure; pathophysiological mechanisms and shared pathways focusing on the underlying mechanisms that link heart failure with comorbid conditions; clinical management strategies and guidelines for effectively managing heart failure patients with comorbidities; impact of comorbidities on heart failure outcomes; novel interventions and therapies; patient-centered care and health policy implications related to heart failure and comorbidities; and role of cardiac imaging and biomarkers in assessing heart failure patients with comorbidities. Please kindly note that manuscripts with pure therapeutic content will not be processed.
Dr. Constantinos Bakogiannis
Dr. Evangelos Oikonomou
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- heart failure
- comorbidities
- cardiovascular diseases
- diabetes
- hypertension
- chronic kidney disease
- clinical management
- patient outcomes
- personalized medicine
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