Role of SGLT2 Inhibitors in Heart Failure Patients

Tejaswi Mekala, Veganti Sai Harsha, Vanukuri Madhupriya Reddy, Vardhineni Bhargavi, Mandava Mahima Swaroopa

Abstract: Objective: This study aims to assess the role of SGLT2 inhibitors in patients with heart failure. Methodology: This is a cross - sectional study performed at Pinnamaneni Siddhartha for 6 months to fill out the data collection forms of 120 patients with heart failure. The data was analyzed using the statistical software SPSS. Results: The study's results indicate that SGLT2 inhibitors played a vital role in reducing unfavorable outcomes. Conclusion: Our study compared risk factors with outcomes and concluded that risk factors have been a root cause of unfavorable outcomes. Depending on the study results, SGLT2 inhibitors effectively reduce unfavorable outcomes. Recommendations: Awareness programs to quit the use of tobacco and alcohol in society may help reduce the risk factors to some extent.

Keywords: Heart failure, SGLT2 inhibitors, Cardiovascular outcomes, Treatment decision making