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http://www.jonsplace.org/
Editor's Pick Jon's Place Open in a new browser window Editor's Pick
   Extensive database about heart failure, patient-run and patient-oriented. Message boards, chat, medications, surgeries, alternative and low sodium cooking are a few of the many topics discussed.
   http://www.jonsplace.org/

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http://216.185.112.5/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4585
American Heart Association: Congestive Heart Failure Open in a new browser window
   Detailed information about this topic as well as links to related subjects such as enlarged heart, high blood pressure, kidney function and cardiomyopathy.
   http://216.185.112.5/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4585
http://www.chainofsurvival.com
At the Heart of Life Saving Open in a new browser window
   Information on the cardiac chain of survival, treatment of sudden cardiac arrest and automatic external defibrillation.
   http://www.chainofsurvival.com
http://www.csufresno.edu/nursing/n140/studassign/chf.htm
California State University, Fresno, Department of Nursing Open in a new browser window
   A look at congestive heart failure from a medical point of view.
   http://www.csufresno.edu/nursing/n140/studassign/chf.htm
http://www.cardiology-associates.com/faq/12.html
Cardiology Associates: Patient Information Open in a new browser window
   Presents an extensive article about congestive heart failure, discussing topics such as, what it is, the types, causes, diagnosing, treatment, how it is to live with and the outlook.
   http://www.cardiology-associates.com/faq/12.html
http://www.cardioassoc.com/patient_pgs/conditions/congestive.asp
Cardiology Associates: Patient Resources Open in a new browser window
   Looks at what congestive heart failure is. Discusses outlook for patients, patient concerns, as well as symptoms, causes, diagnosing and treatment.
   http://www.cardioassoc.com/patient_pgs/conditions/congestive.asp
http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/family/pep/conditions/1001/
Children's Hospital Medical Center of Cincinnati Open in a new browser window
   Information about congestive heart failure in children, provided by nurses and physicians.
   http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/family/pep/conditions/1001/
http://www.santepub-mtl.qc.ca/mdprevention/fiches/coeur/heart.html
Congestive Heart Failure Open in a new browser window
   Canadian site looking at prevention and treatment as well as evaluation of this disease.
   http://www.santepub-mtl.qc.ca/mdprevention/fiches/coeur/heart.html
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/heart/
Cut to the Heart Open in a new browser window
   Includes a history of surgery, congestive heart failure and treatment, treatment techniques, images of troubled hearts, and a map.
   http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/heart/
http://www.deborah.org/consumer/chf.html
Deborah Heart and Lung Center: Patient Information Open in a new browser window
   Explains left and right sided heart failure. The causes, diagnosing, treatment and management are discussed.
   http://www.deborah.org/consumer/chf.html
http://www.lymphedema.com/heart.htm
Dr. Reid's Corner Open in a new browser window
   An article describing what congestive heart failure is.
   http://www.lymphedema.com/heart.htm
http://www.failinghearts.com
Failing Hearts Open in a new browser window
   A community-based clinical forum for healthcare professionals involved with the diagnosis and treatment of acute heart failure.
   http://www.failinghearts.com
http://216.185.112.5/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3000656
Guidelines for the Evaluation and Management of Heart Failure Open in a new browser window
   PDF download from the American Heart Association.
   http://216.185.112.5/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3000656
http://www.healingartscenter.com/therapies/conjest.htm
Healing Arts Center Open in a new browser window
   Details of congestive heart failure as well as a list of therapies that are available such as homeopathy and herbs.
   http://www.healingartscenter.com/therapies/conjest.htm
http://familydoctor.org/119.xml
Heart Failure Open in a new browser window
   Description of heart failure, its causes, diagnosis, treatment and when to call a physician. Information from the AAFP.
   http://familydoctor.org/119.xml
http://www.heartfailure.org/
Heart Failure Online Open in a new browser window
   Information as to what CHF is, how the heart works, living with CHF, as well as symptoms, tests and other related topics.
   http://www.heartfailure.org/
http://www.abouthf.org/
Heart Failure Society of America Open in a new browser window
   Free patient education materials. Education modules and current news.
   http://www.abouthf.org/
http://www.heartpoint.com/congheartfailure.html
Heart Point Open in a new browser window
   Explains what heart failure is, symptoms, what to watch for, evaluation, prognosis, medication other related issues.
   http://www.heartpoint.com/congheartfailure.html
http://heartsite.com/html/chf.html
Heart Site Open in a new browser window
   Details about congestive heart failure, explaining what it is, symptoms, treatment, how common and how serious it is.
   http://heartsite.com/html/chf.html
http://www.hcoa.org/hcoacme/chf-cme/outline.htm
Huffington Center of Aging: Congestive Heart Failure in the Elderly Open in a new browser window
   In-depth look at this disorder. Some of the topics covered are diagnosing, education for patient and care giver, prevention, and treatment.
   http://www.hcoa.org/hcoacme/chf-cme/outline.htm
http://www.lvadtech.com
Kantrowitz CardioVad Open in a new browser window
   A mechanical device that helps the failing heart work more effectively. It is being used in a small group of patients with severe chronic congestive heart failure. Offers patient and physician information.
   http://www.lvadtech.com
http://home.planet.nl/~kuij0356/cardio2.htm
Living with Dilated Cardiomyopathy Open in a new browser window
   The author imposed a number of rules of life on himself and achieved a liveable health, after he was hospitalised in a critical condition.
   http://home.planet.nl/~kuij0356/cardio2.htm
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/heart-failure/DS00061
Mayo Clinic: Congestive Heart Failure Open in a new browser window
   A description of the condition, its symptoms, causes, diagnosis, complications, treatment and prevention.
   http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/heart-failure/DS00061
http://methodisthealth.com/health/heart/congest.htm
Methodist Health Care System Open in a new browser window
   Looks at congestive heart failure, discussing what it is, symptoms, diagnosing and treatment.
   http://methodisthealth.com/health/heart/congest.htm
http://www.mlhfq.org/
Minnesota Living With Heart Failure Questionnaire Open in a new browser window
   The questionnaire provided is a measure of the patients' perceptions of the effects of congestive heart failure on their lives.
   http://www.mlhfq.org/
http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/~daa/lecture/chfmeds.htm
Northern Arizona University Open in a new browser window
   A brief explanation of congestive heart failure with a very extensive listing of medications use to assist the patient.
   http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/~daa/lecture/chfmeds.htm
http://www.aafp.org/afp/980415ap/cohn.html
Preventing Congestive Heart Failure Open in a new browser window
   American Academy of Family Physicians. An article by JAY N. COHN, M.D., University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
   http://www.aafp.org/afp/980415ap/cohn.html
http://www.rxmed.com/b.main/b1.illness/b1.1.illnesses/Congestive%20Heart%20Failure.html
RxMed Open in a new browser window
   An article on what congestive heart failure is, causes, signs and symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment, activity, diet, possible complications and prognosis.
   http://www.rxmed.com/b.main/b1.illness/b1.1.illnesses/Congestive%20Heart%20Failure.html
http://www.tmc.edu/thi/chf.html
Texas Heart Institute Open in a new browser window
   Discusses what congestive heart failure is, as well as who is at risk and the causes. Lifestyle changes, medications, surgical procedures and other issues are presented.
   http://www.tmc.edu/thi/chf.html
http://www.helenacardiology.com/chf.htm
The Helena Cardiology Clinic: Congestive Heart Failure Open in a new browser window
   Brief discussion on symptoms, salt intake, medications and exercise. Very detailed information and pictures of testing such as echocardiogram.
   http://www.helenacardiology.com/chf.htm
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dci/Diseases/Hf/HF_WhatIs.html
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Open in a new browser window
   A look at heart failure, exploring the causes, treatment, diagnosis and the general outlook.
   http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dci/Diseases/Hf/HF_WhatIs.html
http://www.sleh.com/cardiology/sleh-heartfail.htm
The St. Luke's Heart Failure Program Open in a new browser window
   Offers information on the most recent treatment options available. Among these are proven medications, mechanical heart assist devices, and surgical interventions including transplantation.
   http://www.sleh.com/cardiology/sleh-heartfail.htm
http://dentalcare.com/soap/intermed/conhea.htm
University of Louisville School of Dentistry Open in a new browser window
   Details about congestive heart failure and guidelines for dentist in managing patients with this disorder.
   http://dentalcare.com/soap/intermed/conhea.htm
http://www.emedicine.com/emerg/topic108.htm
eMedicine - Congestive Heart Failure and Pulmonary Edema Open in a new browser window
   Dr. Shamai Grossman offers a detailed clinical report on congestive heart failure and its most severe manifestation, pulmonary edema. Includes a section on emergency treatment.
   http://www.emedicine.com/emerg/topic108.htm

Last Updated: 2007-06-13 16:40:33