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Why no beta blocker in acute CHF? The Critical Difference Between Acute and Chronic Treatment

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Approximately 6.2 million adults in the United States live with heart failure, a condition with both chronic and acute phases. While beta-blockers are a cornerstone therapy for chronic heart failure, understanding why no beta blocker in acute CHF is a critical concept in cardiology and medication management. In the acute, unstable phase, the risks of administering these medications far outweigh the long-term benefits.