Choose the correct statement about use of βadrenergic blockers in CHF:
A. All β blockers are equally effective in CHF
B. They are used as alternative to conventional
therapy with ACE inhibitors ± digitalis/
diuretic
C. They are most useful in mild to moderate
cases with systolic dysfunction due to
dilated cardiomyopathy
D. They are indicated only in asymptomatic left
ventricular dysfunction

1 Answer

Answer :

C. They are most useful in mild to moderate
cases with systolic dysfunction due to
dilated cardiomyopathy

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