Heart failure is under-diagnosed, even though it is a highly prevalent pathology. The difficulties are accentuated in areas with low medical density. The aim of this project is to demonstrate the value, in terms of diagnosing heart failure, of a Nt-Pro-BNP point of care Test (POCT)in general practices. The aim of this pilot study is to evaluate the reliability of a diagnosis pathway adapted to a low medical density region.
Patients over 60 years of age
Patient presenting at least 1 sign of EPOF on clinical examination (Shortness of breath at rest or on exertion, orthopnea, nocturnal cough; Rapid weight gain, hepatomegaly ; Peripheral edema ; Fatigue (asthenia), difficulty performing daily activities)
Patients covered by Articles L1121-5 through L1121-8 of the Public Health Code (persons under legal protection, guardianship, or conservatorship)
Patients not enrolled in the French social security system or an equivalent program
Lack of free and informed consent