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High blood pressure, coronary disease, diabetes, viruses, obesity, and sleep apnea are common causes of heart failure. Treating these conditions can improve a patient’s survival rates. Heart failure treatment generally involves lifestyle modification, medication and advanced therapies. Therapies can include heart transplantation, left ventricular assist devices and IV drug therapy. Diet, weight management and regular physical activity are also crucial. Drugs like ACE inhibitors, beta blockers and diuretics are commonly used in treatment. Surgery may also be considered in severe cases.