When was TreatHF last updated?

March 2024

The app was updated in March 2021 to include content from the 2021 Update to the 2017 Expert Consensus Decision Pathway for Optimization of Heart Failure Treatment. New content includes information regarding angiotensin receptor-neprilysin inhibitors (ARNIs) and sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors.

How can I provide feedback?

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What is the target patient population?

This app is meant for use by clinicians in regards to chronic, symptomatic, heart failure patients with reduced ejection fraction (stage C HFrEF).

How is TreatHF meant to be used?

TreatHF helps clinicians determine which therapies are suggested for their patients with stage C HFrEF and provides guidance on the use of each therapy.

To use the app:

1. Enter patient information on the Evaluation screen.
   • Indicate patient’s current use of background medications, and their response to those medications.
   • Enter any further indications the patient might have for additional medication or device therapy.
2. View individualized next steps on the Advice screen.
   • Review advice for titrating current medications.
   • See what additional medications are suggested for your patient based on their indications.
   • Email yourself a summary of the next steps as a basis for a medication plan.
3. Reference detailed information regarding each therapy on the Therapy Reference screen.
   • Access information regarding initiation, titration, monitoring, contraindications and cautions for each medication recommended for the treatment of patients with stage C HFrEF.
   • View expert consensus guidance on optimizing a medication plan for your patient and improving adherence.

Information in this app is derived from the 2021 Update to the 2017 Expert Consensus Decision Pathway for Optimization of Heart Failure Treatment, the 2017 ACC/ AHA/HFSA Focused Update of the 2013 ACCF/AHA Guideline for the Management of Heart Failure, and the 2013 ACCF/AHA Guideline for the Management of Heart Failure. Indications collected in the app reflect the evidence-based indications outlined in these documents, and are meant to serve as a starting point. They do not represent the full list of considerations for prescribing and optimizing a medication or other clinical therapy, nor do they take into account contraindications. Use of this app assumes clinicians will conduct a full evaluation of the patient, consult relevant medical specialists as needed, utilize a team based approach to optimize therapy, and consider patient preferences in all medical decision making.

The information and recommendations in this app are meant to support clinical decision making. They are not meant to represent the only or best course of care, or replace clinical judgment. Therapeutic options should be determined after discussion between the patient and their care provider.

How was TreatHF Developed?

App content and design was refined and vetted by ACC member clinicians, and through user testing with clinicians practicing in relevant specialties.

TreatHF was developed as part of an ongoing effort at the ACC to facilitate access and implementation of ACC clinical policy at the point of care, and as part of ACC’s Succeed in Managing Heart Failure (SIMHF) Initiative, a multi-disciplinary quality program designed to improve care for heart failure patients. SIMHF is supported by Novartis.

Where can I go if I have questions?

For Support 

Call: (202) 375-6000, ext. 5603 or (800) 253-4636 

Email: membercare@acc.org

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