Characteristics of heart failure in the elderly - A hospital cohort registry-based study

This study provides an insight into the characteristics of a very old heart failure group with high comorbidity and mortality in a real situation. In agreement with previous studies, increasing age was associated with reduced likelihood of treatment particularly in ACE inhibitor and angiotensin receptor 1 blocker but this has been improved particularly in beta-blocker. There is a need to further improve education and application of guideline recommended medications for patients with heart failure for their well-being and survival.