Table 1: Studies Assessing Changes in VE/VCO2 Slope in HF Patients Undergoing ET Programmes.
| Study | Type of HF / N of pts | Type of ET | Changes in VE VCO2 Slope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coats et al.[1] | HFrEF/17 | 8 weeks/low intensity | From 38.0–34.0 |
| Davey et al.[17] | HFrEF/22 | 8 weeks/ low intensity | From 39.0–35.0 |
| Myers et al.[18] | HFrEF/25 | 8 weeks/ high intensity | From 33.0–27.0 |
| Guazzi et al.[19] | HFrEF/16 | 8 weeks/ moderate intensity | From 33.0–28.0 |
| Anaya et al.[20] | HFrEF/401 | 8 weeks/mild to moderate intensity | 1.7 unit reduction in high risk women |
| Zurek et al.[21] | HFrEF/52 | 8 weeks/ moderate intensity | From 35.0–32.0 |
| Smart et al.[22] | HFpEF/30 | 16 weeks/ moderate intensity | From 33.9–29.6 |