This consensus statement emphasizes the disproportionate burden and unique pathophysiology of heart failure in African Americans, advocating for tailored application of guideline-directed therapies.
Supports tailored HF management in African Americans; extends guidelines by addressing population-specific burden and therapies.
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Franciosa et al. (2009) conducted a review in Heart Failure. Heart failure management and guideline-directed medical therapy was evaluated. A consensus statement provides specific recommendations for managing heart failure in African Americans, noting the relative incidence of HF is 50% higher in this population.
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