precipitating factors of heart failure

Heart failure is a common syndrome and major public health problem that is increasing in incidence and prevalence. Studies have shown incidence of nearly 500,000 new cases of cardiac failure patients each year with approximately 5 million patients already having heart failure in United States. It is primarily a disease of old age, with over 75% of existing and new cases occurring in individuals over 65 years of age. The prevalence of heart failure rises from < 1% in individuals below 60 years to nearly 10% in those over 80 years of age. There are multiple risk and precipitating factors for heart failure. Modifiable factors include smoking, high blood pressure, obesity and high blood cholesterol level. Surveys have shown better prognosis of heart failure in patients whom precipitating causes are identified, treated and eliminated.

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