Treatment of Congestive Heart Failure

Explore the comprehensive treatment options for Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) in this 39-minute lecture by Professor Zach Murphy. Delve into clinical diagnosis, classification systems, and the role of hormones like renin, angiotensin, and aldosterone in CHF. Examine the mechanisms behind various treatment approaches, including ACE inhibitors, aldosterone antagonists, beta blockers, and diuretics. Gain insights into specific medications such as Entresto and hydralazine, and understand their effects on the sympathetic nervous system. Learn how these treatments work to manage CHF symptoms and improve patient outcomes.

Intro
Diagnosis
Clinical Diagnosis
Class System
Reninangiotensinaldosterone ADH
Why is it happening
aldosterone
ACE inhibitors
Aldosterone antagonists
Entresto
Sympathetic Effect
Beta Blockers
Diuretics
How do diuretics work
Hydralazine
Isis