http://eurjhf.oxfordjournals.org/content/13/3/235.full.pdf+html
This guideline is produced by the European Society of Cardiology and covers standards of heart failure care. It also highlights possible improvements to ensure that all patients receive the best possible care.
This comprehensive report presents findings and recommendations for all patients discharged with a diagnosis of heart failure between 2011 and 2012 in England and Wales. Aimed primarily at clinicians and healthcare providers, it gives a good overview of heart failure services, treatment and mortality.
http://www.nhsdirect.wales.nhs.uk/encyclopaedia/h/article/heartfailure/
A good overview article from NHS Direct which covers all biopsychosocial aspects of heart failure. A valuable resource for patients, students and specialist doctors when considering the diagnosis and further management of heart failure.
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/hf/
A summary of heart failure looking at all areas from symptoms and investigation to diagnosis and management. This information is primarily for patients, howeverí it should also be of value to students.
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/heart-failure-beyond-the-basics
Produced by clinicians for UpToDate, this resource is a good introduction to all aspects of heart failure. Although intended as a patient information resource it should also prove valuable for all students studying the field of cardiology. The page also contains many useful links to other related topics to aid with understanding of the area.
http://www.mhhe.com/biosci/ap/ap_casestudies/index.html
This website contains three case studies which cover congestive heart failure and palpitations. Each case contains a brief history followed by a selection of questions designed to test your understanding of the relevant pathophysiology and management.
http://clinicalcases.org/2005/07/cardiology-cases.html
This resource produced by Professors from the University of Chicago has several case studies on very specific cardiovascular problems. Although these cases are less likely to routinely present in clinical practice they may serve as interesting reading.
http://www.cardiologysite.com/quiz/QA1/html/intro.html
This single-best answer quiz covers a wide range of cardiovascular problems using cases based on real patients. The aim of this self-assessment resource is to highlight the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of cardiovascular diseases.
http://geekymedics.com/2011/03/07/ecg-quiz/
A 20 question multiple choice test which tests basic knowledge of the ECG. í A hyperlink at the top of the page links to ECG articles which explain the ECG simply in short note form. The answers to the quiz are explained and once completed your score is calculated.
http://www.mauvila.com/ECG/ecg.htm
An easy to follow, no nonsense approach to ECG. All concepts are described in a straightforward manner which can help, especially when learning about them for the first time. Along with interpretation of the ECG, both the mechanical and electrical components of the heart are described in detail.
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