Long-Term Follow-Up in Optimally Treated and Stable Heart Failure Patients: Primary Care vs. Heart Failure Clinic. Results of the COACH-2 Study

Abstract

Patients discharged after initial management in a specialized HF clinic can be discharged to primary care for long-term follow-up with regard to maintaining guideline adherence and patient adherence. However, the complexity of the HF syndrome and its associated co-morbidities requires continuous monitoring. Close collaboration between healthcare providers will be crucial in order to provide HF patients with optimal, integrated care.