TableĀ 1

NYHA grading of symptoms in chronic heart failure

NYHA ClassDescription
Class INo symptoms and limitations in ordinary physical activity.
Class IISlight limitation of physical activity. Ordinary physical activity results in mild symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath and angina.
Class IIIMarked limitation of physical activity. Less than ordinary physical activity leads to symptoms.
Class IVSeverely limited. Experiences symptoms even at rest.