Ultrasound-assisted diagnosis of decompensated heart failure in general practice. Guideline
Abstract
This guideline describes modern approaches to diagnosing acute decompensated heart failure using ultrasound imaging. Key attention is given to ultrasound use in outpatient settings to assess the congestion severity and monitoring of patients with heart failure by primary care physicians. A detailed description of the methodology, algorithms for performing ultrasound-assisted diagnosis of acute decompensated heart failure, and extensive evidence-based rationale make it relevant, practice-oriented, and useful for healthcare professionals. This teaching aid can be used by primary care physicians, cardiologists, general practitioners, and other specialists involved in the clinical management of patients with acute decompensated heart failure.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Heart Failure Treatment and Management
Ultrasound in Clinical Applications
Cardiovascular Function and Risk Factors
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Primary Health Care (Russian Federation)
- Publisher
- Silicea - Poligraf, LLC
- Volume
- 2
- Issue
- 4
- Pages
- 112–137
- Publication date
- 23 January 2026