Comprehensive multidisciplinary programs for the management of patients with congestive heart failure
Journal of General Internal MedicinePublished 1 February 1999
E.F. Philbin
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Comprehensive, multidisciplinary management programs for congestive heart failure can improve functional status and reduce the risk of hsspital admission, and they may lower medical costs.
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Comprehensive, multidisciplinary management programs for congestive heart failure can improve functional status and reduce the risk of hospital admission, and they may lower medical costs.
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