Journal article
Does Depression Impact Cognitive Impairment in Patients with Heart Failure?
Abstract
Prevalence studies have noted the cooccurrence of cognitive decline and depression in persons with heart failure. Cognitive impairment is associated with significant mortality and deteriorated quality of life, likely due to impairments in memory and executive function, which impact a patient's ability to understand and comply with prescribed treatment plans. This is especially true in complex diseases such as heart failure. Evidence from …
Authors
Sohani ZN; Samaan Z
Journal
Cardiology Research and Practice, Vol. 2012, No. 1,
Publisher
Hindawi
Publication Date
2012
DOI
10.1155/2012/524325
ISSN
2090-8016