Either Pioglitazone or Placebo Pioglitazone will be administered during this study in this Type 2 Diabetic population with Heart Failure to examine if there are any beneficial effects on diastolic and systolic function.
Myocardial blood flow (MBF) is measured using a PET scan, then participants will be randomized to pioglitazone or a placebo to examine the effects of the study drug on the effects on the systolic and diastolic function of the heart. In addition, myocardial insulin sensitivity change will be measured as well as myocardial fat content. The ratio of ATP: PCr will also be measured.
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