Prognostic value of combined serial changes in VExUS score and lung ultrasound in acute decompensated heart failure

European Heart Journal Acute Cardiovascular Care 2026

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Authors: G Paes Silvano, Marina Petersen Saadi, Guilherme Pinheiro Machado, R Ferraz De Almeida, H Cabral Scherer, K Pinto Spannenberger, Fernando Luís Scolari, Andreia Biolo, L E Paim Rohde, Guilherme Heiden Telo, A Donelli Da Silveira
DOI: 10.1093/ehjacc/zuag046.031
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Abstract

Abstract Background Venous Excess UltraSound (VExUS) score and lung ultrasound (LUS) assess systemic and pulmonary congestion but are typically interpreted separately at a single timepoint, and their combined serial use remains unexplored. Purpose To investigate whether early combined changes in VExUS score and LUS predict short-outcomes in acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF). Methods We prospectively enrolled consecutive adults admitted to a cardiovascular intensive care unit with a primary diagnosis of ADHF and left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF)

Fields of Study & Subjects

Ultrasound in Clinical Applications Hemodynamic Monitoring and Therapy Ultrasound and Hyperthermia Applications

Publication details

Journal / source
European Heart Journal Acute Cardiovascular Care
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Volume
15
Issue
Supplement_1
Publication date
1 May 2026
Language
EN