Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)

Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF) is a condition where the heart can pump effectively but is unable to fill with blood properly. This leads to symptoms like shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling in the legs. HFpEF often affects older adults and is commonly linked to high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes. Unlike heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, where the heart muscle weakens, in HFpEF, the heart's structure is often stiff. This condition can significantly impact quality of life, but with proper management, many can lead active lives.