The impact of left ventricular ejection fraction on heart failure patients with pulmonary hypertension

ConclusionsThe combination of HFpEF with severe PH was independently associated with increased mortality. Currently, HFpEF patients are included with group 2 PH patients. Defining HFpEF with severe PH as a sub-class may be more appropriate, as these patients are at increased risk and deserve special consideration.
Source: Heart and Lung: The Journal of Acute and Critical Care - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research