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imaging modalities available, echocardiography is
the method of choice in patients with suspected HF,
for reasons of accuracy, availability, safety and cost.

CONCLUSION:
This article provides insights into the pathophysiolo-
gy and diagnosis of progressive HF. Simple analysis
of 24-h ambulatory electrocardiograms and measure-
ment of serum sodium and creatinine levels identify
patients at increased risk for progressive heart failure.
SDNN a time domain variable of heart rate variability
and eGFR, remain strong independent predictors of
death due to progressive HF.These predictors refine
risk stratification of patients who may progress to ad-
vanced heart failure and identify patients who merit
aggressive medical treatment or complex therapeutic
regimes

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