Heart Failure - What You Need to Know

Overview

Explore the fundamentals of heart failure in this informative talk by UCLA cardiologist Dr. Megan Kamath. Gain insights into the different types of heart failure, including left-sided, right-sided, and biventricular. Learn to recognize common symptoms, understand diagnostic methods, and discover various treatment options ranging from medications to advanced procedures like left ventricular assist devices and heart transplantation. Delve into the importance of ejection fraction, physical examinations, and advanced imaging tests in diagnosing heart failure. Discover practical steps for managing heart health and learn about expanded resources available through UCLA's Heart Failure Clinics. Whether you're a healthcare professional or simply interested in cardiac health, this comprehensive overview provides valuable knowledge on this critical medical condition.

Syllabus

Intro
Overview of Topics to Discuss
Let's start with the basics
What is heart failure?
Why should I know about this?
Possible Causes of Heart Failure
What types of heart failure are there?
What is Left Sided Heart Failure?
What is Right Sided Heart Failure?
What is Biventricular Heart Failure?
Common Symptoms of Heart Failure
What is an ejection fraction?
Physical Examination for Heart Failure
How do we diagnose heart failure?
Advanced Imaging Tests or Procedures
Possible treatment options for Heart Failure
Left Ventricular Assist Device
Wireless Pulmonary Artery Monitoring
Surgeries in Heart Failure
Heart Transplantation
What can I do?
Expanded UCLA Heart Failure Clinics