How to Start an Invasive Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing Program: A Comprehensive and Practical Guide.

Heart Fail Clin

Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, Post-COVID Recovery Clinic, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and UPMC, Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Center for Pulmonary Vascular Biology and Medicine, Pittsburgh Heart, Lung, Blood Vascular Medicine Institute, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and UPMC, Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, Department of Medicine, Vascular Medicine Institute, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Montefiore Hospital, NW 628, 3459 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA. Electronic address:

Published: January 2025

Invasive cardiopulmonary exercise testing (iCPET) is increasingly recognized as a critical diagnostic tool for assessing exercise intolerance and dyspnea. The manuscript highlights the iCPET program's diagnostic precision in identifying various cardiopulmonary disorders, offering insights into tailored treatment strategies. This guide aims to assist institutions in establishing their iCPET programs, addressing both the technical and administrative facets essential for success. The narrative is rooted in personal experiences, reflecting on the demanding, yet rewarding, journey of enhancing patient care through advanced diagnostic capabilities.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.hfc.2024.06.012DOI Listing

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