Overview
Definition
Heart failure due to diastolic dysfunction (stiff left ventricle).
Epidemiology
Varies globally. Often age and lifestyle dependent.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Chronic hypertension, aging, obesity.
Clinical Symptoms
- Dyspnea on exertion
- orthopnea
- peripheral edema.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- Echocardiogram (EF >50%
- diastolic dysfunction).
Management
- Diuretics
- BP control (SGLT2 inhibitors).
Complications
- Pulmonary edema
- death.