Abstract Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is the most common condition of heart failure (HF) in patients over 65 years of age and is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Epidemiological data on this condition are still scarce in Brazil and these data are relevant for a better understanding of the impact and unmet needs in HFpEF and for the planning of actions to improve prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of this disease. The objective of the study was […]

Abstract Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is associated with high morbidity and mortality. After hospitalization for heart failure, the 5-year survival of HFpEF is 35%, which is worse than many forms of cancer. HFpEF and cancer share common risk factors. The use of chemotherapy medications such as anthracyclines is associated with increased aortic stiffness and diastolic dysfunction, suggesting that anthracycline therapy may increase the risk of HFpEF, given that worsening of diastolic function, which can be associated with […]