KNOW IRON DEFICIENCY (ID)
IN HEART FAILURE
What is Iron Deficiency?
Iron makes hemoglobin, a part of red blood cells that carries oxygen to tissues
Iron deficiency means a shortage of iron, and without enough of it, the body cannot make enough red blood cells to deliver adequate oxygen to organs.
Anemia
Normal
What are Common Causes
of Iron Deficiency
- Not enough iron in your diet
- Increased blood loss
- Increased need for iron
- Issues with absorbing iron
Congestive Heart Failure
Chronic kidney disease
Heavy uterine bleeding
Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders
Bariatric surgery
Cancer
Insufficient dietary intake of iron
Certain drugs or foods can reduce the amount of iron you absorb
Why Are Patients with Chronic Heart Failure More Likely to Have Iron Deficiency?
Certain drugs can increase GI bleeding, which can lead to iron loss
Functional GI changes can lead to iron loss or reduced iron absorption
Why Are Patients with Chronic Heart Failure More Likely to Have Iron Deficiency?
Insufficient dietary intake of iron
Certain drugs or foods can reduce the amount of iron you absorb
Certain drugs can increase GI bleeding, which can lead to iron loss
Functional GI changes can lead to iron loss or reduced iron absorption