EXERCISE STRESS ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY FOR DIAGNOSIS OF HEART FAILURE WITH PRESERVED EJECTION FRACTION: A MULTICENTRE STUDY

Mayo Clinic, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, University Hospital Brussels, Alfred Hospital, Vrije Universiteit Brussel

Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is a common condition that can be challenging to diagnose. This multicenter study investigates the use of exercise stress echocardiography as a diagnostic tool, comparing its efficacy against traditional invasive methods. The findings suggest that this approach may enhance diagnostic accuracy and provide valuable insights into patient management. The study also discusses the implications of these results for clinical practice and future research.