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View DoctorsHeart failure is a chronic, progressive condition that results in restricted blood flow to the heart. The condition sometimes requires heart transplantation or other surgeries.
The Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute’s physicians are highly experienced in advanced medical care for heart failure. Caregivers include surgeons trained in heart transplantation, as well as implantation and management of artificial pumps. The Heart Transplant Program at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi consists of a multidisciplinary team who address the prevention, diagnosis, and management of all stages of heart failure.
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi provides innovative transplantation services to patients from across the region. Our program was the UAE’s first and only multi-organ transplant facility and has performed 386 transplants since its launch in 2017.
What We Treat
Heart failure, also known as cardiomyopathy, is a chronic, progressive condition in which the heart muscle is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs for oxygen. It is a long-term condition that worsens over time and can be affected by both genetic and lifestyle factors. Heart failure can have many underlying causes, such as:
Correct management of heart failure can improve both quality and length of life. Treatment ranges from non-surgical, such as lifestyle changes or medication, to advanced surgical procedures.