Abstract
The kidney and the neurohormonal systems are essential in the pathogenesis of congestive heart failure (CHF) and the physiologic response. Routine treatment of moderate to severe CHF consists of diuretics, angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibition and beta-blockade. The need for control of renal function during initiation of ACE-inhibition in patients with CHF is well known. The aim of this study was to investigate whether supplementation by a combined alpha1-beta-blockade to diuretics and ACE-inhibition might improve cardiac function without reducing renal function.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | Scandinavian Journal of Clinical & Laboratory Investigation |
Vol/bind | 62 |
Udgave nummer | 2 |
Sider (fra-til) | 97-104 |
Antal sider | 8 |
ISSN | 0036-5513 |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - 2002 |