HFSA Defines Right Heart Failure as Distinct Clinical Syndrome
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WASHINGTON – October 28, 2026 -- The Heart Failure Society of America (HFSA) has called for right heart failure (RHF) to be recognized as a distinct clinical syndrome rather than a secondary complication of left-sided heart disease, in a Scientific Statement published in the Journal of Cardiac Failure.
The statement, titled Right Heart Failure: An HFSA Scientific Statement, consolidates current evidence into a structured framework for earlier recognition and more consistent management. It cites longer hospitalizations, heavier ICU use and frequent readmissions as consequences that strain the healthcare system.