Meta-analysis: Drugs in heart failure with preserved ejection fraction

Drug treatment effects on outcomes in heart failure with preserved ejection fraction: a systematic review and meta-analysis – Heart (free)

Commentary: Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction: Treatments Compared – MPR (free)

Source: ACP Journal Wise ($)

This study suggests a reduction in all-cause mortality with beta-blocker therapy in patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction. The authors recommend further trials to confirm the benefits of beta-blockers in this patient group.