Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Heart Failure
Published: junio 06, 2019
- More than 29 million adults in the U.S. have type 2 diabetes mellitus; 6.5 million have heart failure (HF).
- Both conditions are expected to increase in prevalence, adding to a growing burden of disease and fueling the need for effective therapeutic strategies.
- This statement summarizes the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and outcomes of patients with both conditions and reviews the efficacy and safety of current pharmacologic and lifestyle management options.
Supporting Materials
- Commentary: Diabetes and Heart Failure, the Double-Edged Sword: Strategies to Conquer the Battle by Prakash Deedwania, MD, FAHA
- Top Things to Know: : Top Things to Know