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The Heart Failure service at Manchester Royal Infirmary supports patients living with heart failure, a long term condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood effectively enough to meet the body’s needs. Heart failure is often due to weakness of the main pumping chamber of the heart, but can also occur for other reasons such as thickening or stiffening of the heart muscle, problems with the heart valves, or problems with heart rhythm disturbances.
The service aims to diagnose, investigate and treat heart failure through specialist outpatient clinics. The aim is to improve patients’ quality of life, reduce hospital admissions, and manage symptoms through a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach. The service also looks after patients who have been admitted to hospital with heart failure.
Specialised investigations include imaging such as echocardiography and cardiac magnetic resonance imaging, tests to assess the electrical function of the heart, and genetic testing. Treatments include a wide range of medication options, and implantable devices such as cardiac resynchronisation pacemakers and defibrillators. The service has close links with the Transplantation service at Wythenshawe hospital for patients living with advanced heart failure.
The Service undertakes a number of research studies, both independently, and in collaboration with national and international partners. Where appropriate, patients will be given the opportunity to take part.
Contact Details
| Manchester Heart Centre Reception | 0161 276 4132 |
| Heart failure nurses | 0161 276 8877 |