📄 Research Article
LTIRJ Vol. 13, No. 1 (2025)
COGNITIVE HEALTH AND ACE INHIBITOR THERAPY IN PATIENTS WITH HEART FAILURE
Chinedu Anthony Okafor
College of Nursing, University of South Florida, Tampa, 33612, Florida, USA
Logistics and Tourism International Research Journal,
Vol. 13, No. 1 (2025),
pp. 15-25 |
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20023328
Open Access
Peer Reviewed
Research Article
Abstract
Heart failure (HF) is a progressive cardiovascular disorder associated with high morbidity, mortality, and frequent hospital readmissions, often exacerbated by cognitive impairment. Cognitive deficits, particularly in executive function and memory, affect patients’ ability to perform self-care, adhere to treatment, and manage HF effectively. Emerging evidence suggests that angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) may provide neurocognitive protection in HF patients by modulating the renin-angiotensin system (RAS), reducing neuroinflammation, and improving cerebral perfusion. While animal studies consistently show cognitive benefits, human studies have produced mixed results, though some indicate improved cognitive outcomes with higher doses and longer treatment duration. This secondary analysis of cross-sectional data examines the potential role of ACE inhibitors and ARBs in preserving cognition among HF patients. Findings highlight a promising association between ACE inhibitor therapy and cognitive stability, underscoring the need for further longitudinal and randomized studies to validate these neuroprotective effects and inform clinical practice.
Keywords:
["heart failure","cognitive impairment","ACE inhibitors","ARBs","neurocognitive protection"]
📑 How to Cite This Article
APA 7th Edition:
Chinedu Anthony Okafor (2025). COGNITIVE HEALTH AND ACE INHIBITOR THERAPY IN PATIENTS WITH HEART FAILURE. Logistics and Tourism International Research Journal, 13(1), 15-25. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20023328
Chinedu Anthony Okafor (2025). COGNITIVE HEALTH AND ACE INHIBITOR THERAPY IN PATIENTS WITH HEART FAILURE. Logistics and Tourism International Research Journal, 13(1), 15-25. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20023328
Vancouver Style:
Chinedu Anthony Okafor. COGNITIVE HEALTH AND ACE INHIBITOR THERAPY IN PATIENTS WITH HEART FAILURE. Logist. Tour. Int. Res. J.. 2025;13(1):15-25. DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20023328
Chinedu Anthony Okafor. COGNITIVE HEALTH AND ACE INHIBITOR THERAPY IN PATIENTS WITH HEART FAILURE. Logist. Tour. Int. Res. J.. 2025;13(1):15-25. DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20023328
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