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Perioperative Management of Patients with Advanced Heart Failure for Non-Cardiac Surgery

June 6 & 7, 2026, 7:00 am - 7:50 am

Learning objectives:

After participating in this session, participants will be able to:
  1. Describe the criteria (definition and clinical indicators) for advanced heart failure and its implications for perioperative management (conflicts and concerns).
  2. Outline a comprehensive perioperative management plan for patients with advanced heart failure, including induction, analgesia, use of pressors, fluid management, delirium prevention strategies, goals of care, and disposition.
  3. Review key findings of TTE/TEE to guide perioperative management and systemic venous congestion treatment.
1.PBLD Evaluation
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The objectives were clearly stated 
The stated objectives were met 
I acquired new knowledge
The problem or case discussed was thought-provoking and relevant to my learning needs
Most of this PBLD involved active participation and allowed participants to come to their own conclusions
This topic should be repeated
2.This PBLD encouraged me to consider changes in my current practice
3.Which CanMEDS roles were addressed?
4.Facilitator: Dr. Marta Berrio-Valencia
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Organized and managed the discussion well
Communicated instructions clearly and effectively
Was knowledgeable about this topic
Allowed the group to explore the problem
Was helpful in guiding the group in coming to useful conclusions
Provided me with specific and helpful feedback
Kept the session running on time
5.The PBLD and the facilitator were balanced and free from commercial bias
6.Topic suggestions for future PBLDs
7.Other Comments
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