Efficacy of Activity Trackers in Patients With Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction
Benjamin Kogelschatz,
Brittany A Penn,
Ashlynn J Leavitt
et al.
Abstract:Background: Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is a common, complex syndrome associated with elevated morbidity and mortality. Patients with HFpEF have a high prevalence of comorbidities, including hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and obesity, which are closely related to the underlying mechanisms of the disease. Lifestyle modification with weight loss and physical activity can improve risk factors and functional outcomes in HFpEF. We sought to observe daily physical activity and determine … Show more
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