Heart failure in Poland: new data on challenges for the healthcare system
Heart failure has become one of the most serious challenges for the Polish healthcare system over the last decade. The latest analyses, covering the years 2015–2025, indicate that this disease is the leading cause of hospitalization and high mortality among patients in our country.
Experts emphasize that the number of people struggling with heart failure is constantly growing. This is due, among other things, to the aging of Polish society and the increasing number of patients with comorbidities, such as hypertension or diabetes. This situation places a significant burden on the budget of the National Health Fund.
The costs associated with treating this disease are not limited to hospital stays. They also include expenditures on modern pharmacological therapies, cardiac rehabilitation, and long-term care. The increased demand for specialized medical assistance forces facilities in Poland to improve work organization and diagnostics.
In summary, the data from the last decade provide a clear signal to policymakers and doctors. Effectively combating heart failure requires not only investment in modern treatment, but above all, preventive measures that will allow for a reduction in the number of new cases in the coming years.