How to manage advanced dilated cardiomyopathy

Dilated cardiomyopathy in the late stage generally through strict improvement of living habits, follow the doctor’s instructions on time and according to the amount of valsartan, metoprolol, digoxin and other drugs to regulate the main, if necessary, can be cardiac resynchronization therapy, cardiac transplantation, the left heart of the mechanically assisted circulation therapy, and so on. 1. Strictly improve the living habits: the main methods include paying attention to rest, avoiding cold and infection; strictly quitting smoking, banning alcohol; strict intake of water and salt, avoiding the increase of blood volume, which will increase the burden on the heart; timely replenishment of nutrients, balanced nutrition and so on. 2. Take drugs on time and in accordance with the amount: it can effectively improve clinical symptoms, reduce and alleviate heart failure episodes, inhibit myocardial remodeling, and prevent the heart from undergoing further structural changes. Commonly used drugs include valsartan, metoprolol, isosorbide nitrate, ivabradine, furosemide, spironolactone, digoxin and so on. 3. Some patients may still have poor results after the above treatments and recurrent episodes of heart failure, and may need further treatments such as cardiac resynchronization therapy, left heart mechanical assisted circulation therapy, heart transplantation, etc., to improve the quality of life and alleviate the symptoms. It is recommended to consult a doctor in time and standardize the treatment under the doctor’s guidance.