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Other Treatments for CHF

Post a new topicby contentuser on Thu Jul 30, 2009 2:47 pm


Other Treatments for CHF



In some cases, heart failure persists or worsens in spite of treatment. An ultrafiltration process called aquapheresis, which uses a mechanical system called the Aquadex FlexFlowâ„¢, may be used to remove excess fluids and salt in CHF patients who do not respond to lifestyle modifications and medication.

In this treatment, blood is withdrawn using catheters (small tubes) inserted into veins in the arm, leg, or neck. The blood is then passed through a filter...Read the full article
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