Beta-blockade--a new therapeutic modality in chronic heart insufficiency
Jensen, G.; Boesgaard, S.; Aldershvile, J.
Ugeskrift for Laeger 161(37): 5152-5155
1999
ISSN/ISBN: 0041-5782 PMID: 10523946 Document Number: 508917
Heart failure due to decreased left ventricular function is a condition with a considerable morbidity and mortality. Until recently beta-blocker treatment has been considered contraindicated in this condition. During the last 20 years a number of investigations have pointed to a possible positive effect of beta-blocker treatment in chronic heart failure and recently several major randomized trials have shown a significantly increased survival during beta-blocker treatment. This review summarizes the background for the use of beta-blocker treatment in chronic heart failure patients.