CHRONIC HEART FAILURE

This study tested whether injecting donor stem cells into the heart could help people with chronic heart failure. 565 adults with heart failure received either the stem cells or a sham procedure. The goal was to see if the cells could reduce heart-related emergencies like hospita…

This study tested a device that uses ultrasound to calm overactive nerves in the kidneys, which can worsen heart failure. Six adults with chronic heart failure received the treatment to see if it is safe and helps control the condition. The goal was to improve heart function and …

This study tested a new medicine called AZD5462 in 375 adults with stable chronic heart failure. The goal was to see if the drug could improve how well the heart pumps blood. Participants took either the study drug or a placebo, and doctors measured heart function using ultrasoun…

This study tested whether a structured plan for giving diuretics (water pills) to patients hospitalized with worsening chronic heart failure is safer and more effective than usual care. About 299 adults took part. The goal was to see if the protocol could better manage fluid buil…

This small study looked at whether acupuncture could improve heart function and quality of life in 14 people with chronic heart failure. Participants received acupuncture treatments over 5 weeks. Researchers measured changes in heart pumping ability, walking distance, and symptom…

This study looked at how common vitamin D deficiency is in people with chronic heart failure and whether taking vitamin D supplements helps. Researchers followed 91 patients for 26 months, checking their blood and heart function. The main goal was to find out how many heart failu…

This study looked at a new way of managing chronic heart failure using nurse-led consultations. The goal was to see if these visits help patients get the right medications and reduce hospital stays. Researchers reviewed the records of 137 adults who had these nurse appointments i…

This study looked at over 16,500 adults with chronic heart failure who were part of a national remote monitoring program in France. Researchers wanted to see how having diabetes, other health conditions, and short-term weight changes were linked to how long patients lived. No new…

This study looked at medical records from nearly 5,000 Japanese adults with chronic heart failure who started taking vericiguat as part of their regular care. Researchers tracked hospital stays, deaths, and how well patients followed their treatment for up to one year. The goal w…