Valvular Heart Disease and Heart Failure - Interconnections and Treatment

Explore the interconnection between valvular heart disease and heart failure in this informative 49-minute online presentation from the "On the Pulse" series by the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation. Learn about the prevalence of these conditions, with nearly 6.5 million Americans experiencing heart failure and 2.5% of the U.S. population affected by valvular heart disease. Discover how heart failure occurs when the heart cannot pump enough blood and oxygen to support other organs, and understand the definition of valvular heart disease as damage or disease in any of the heart's valves. Gain insights into the relationship between these two conditions, common diagnoses, available treatment options, and ongoing research in the field. Join Drs. Nadira Hamid and Peter Eckman, physician leaders from the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation and Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute, as they share their expertise on these critical cardiovascular topics.