Aims The prognostic value of signs of congestion in patients suspected of having chronic heart failure (CHF) is unknown. Our objectives were to define their prevalence and specificity in ...

An elevated C-reactive protein level of 108 mg/L and abnormal liver function tests attributed to cardiac congestion were also observed. The initial chest x-ray showed pulmonary congestion ...

Heart disease. Recent stroke ... Reevaluate if fever persists or worsens >3 days or pain/nasal congestion lasts >7 days. Elderly. Pregnancy (esp. during ≥20 weeks): not recommended.