Аnalysis of the reasons for hospitalization of patients with acute decompensated heart failure

Abstract

The analysis of 75 cases of refusal to hospitalize patients with acute decompensated heart failure was carried out. The overwhelming majority turned out to be elderly women with a high incidence of cognitive impairment. Among the reasons for refusal, 47% indicated an improvement in their condition after receiving assistance from an ambulance team. Such a decision is often based on an apathetic type of attitude towards the disease. At least one in four patients who refuse hospitalization is re-hospitalized or dies within the next 30 days.