A 66-year-old man with HFrEF (LVEF 32%) and HR 78 in sinus rhythm on maximally tolerated β‑blocker asks about ivabradine. What is the main requirement...

Question

A 66-year-old man with HFrEF (LVEF 32%) and HR 78 in sinus rhythm on maximally tolerated β‑blocker asks about ivabradine. What is the main requirement for its use?

Accepted Answer

HR ≥70 bpm in sinus rhythm despite maximally tolerated β‑blocker

Answer

Any HR in sinus rhythm

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Presence of AF

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QRS ≥150 ms

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Concomitant CRT

us-abim MCQ (SBA): Heart Failure-Ivabradine Criteria

A 66-year-old man with HFrEF (LVEF 32%) and HR 78 in sinus rhythm on maximally tolerated β‑blocker asks about ivabradine. What is the main requirement for its use?