Key result
Guideline-directed medical therapy for heart failure was underutilized in hospitalized patients, with only 50% receiving ACE inhibitors, 22% beta-blockers, and 15% spironolactone.
Observational (n=450)
Yes
This study highlights significant undertreatment of heart failure with guideline-directed medical therapies, particularly in women and the elderly, in an Australian hospital setting.
Persistent GDMT underutilization in hospitalized HF signals implementation gaps; leaves open targeted strategies for women and elderly.
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Boyles et al. (2004) conducted an observational in Congestive heart failure (n=450). Guideline-directed medical therapy was evaluated on Therapeutic management of heart failure and appropriateness of therapy according to contemporary published guidelines. Guideline-directed medical therapy for heart failure was underutilized in hospitalized patients, with only 50% receiving ACE inhibitors, 22% beta-blockers, and 15% spironolactone.
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