6. Conclusions

The definition of optimal care for patients with HF continues to evolve. Identifying the exact diagnoses and the best treatments for patients with HF can be challenging and health care providers must strive to maintain knowledge on new therapies that can improve the lives of these patients. These guidelines are aimed to provide a timely evidence-based brief update on topics currently at the centre of the changing face of HF management. Practitioners will continue to make the best clinical judgements and decisions with their patients.