Disease Management and Outcomes in Patients Hospitalized for Acute Heart Failure in Japan

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Authors

Lei Chen · Bristol-Myers Squibb (United States)

Raluca Ionescu‐Ittu

Hela Romdhani

Annie Guérin

Paul Kessler · Bristol-Myers Squibb (United States)

Maria Borentain · Bristol-Myers Squibb (United States)

Keith Friend · Bristol-Myers Squibb (United States)

Mary M. DeSouza · Bristol-Myers Squibb (United States)

Abstract

Contemporary treatment for AHF hospitalization in Japan comprises a long duration of IV therapy followed by extended use of oral medications and in-hospital cardiac rehabilitation prior to discharge. Patients requiring intensified therapies had much longer LOS and higher in-hospital mortality.

Topics & Keywords

Heart Failure Treatment and Management Cardiac Health and Mental Health Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Cardiology and Therapy

Volume 10, Issue 1, pp. 211-228

DOI: 10.1007/s40119-021-00212-y

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