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In-hospital mortality and cardiovascular treatment during hospitalization for heart failure among patients with schizophrenia: a nationwide cohort study.

Masahiro NishiAkira ShikumaTomotsugu SekiGo HoriguchiSatoaki Matoba
Published in: Epidemiology and psychiatric sciences (2023)
Schizophrenia was identified as a risk factor for in-hospital mortality and reduced prescription of cardioprotective medications in non-elderly patients hospitalized with HF. These findings highlight the necessity for differentiated care and management of HF in patients with severe mental illnesses.
Keyphrases
  • heart failure
  • acute heart failure
  • healthcare
  • bipolar disorder
  • palliative care
  • quality improvement
  • left ventricular
  • atrial fibrillation
  • pain management
  • chronic pain