RESUMO

Fluid overload is a risk factor for increased morbidity and mortality, especially in patients with heart disease. The treatment options are limited to diuretics and mechanical fluid removal using ultrafiltration or renal replacement therapy. This paper provides an overview of the challenges of managing fluid overload, outlines the risks and benefits of different pharmacological options and extracorporeal techniques, and provides guidance for clinical practice.

Assuntos

Diuréticos , Insuficiência Cardíaca , Humanos , Diuréticos/uso terapêutico , Ultrafiltração/métodos , Insuficiência Cardíaca/tratamento farmacológico , Terapia de Substituição Renal , Fatores de Risco