Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
Paul M. Hassoun
Abstract
Without effective treatment, pulmonary arterial hypertension results in high morbidity and mortality. This review discusses the pathogenesis of the disorder, the thorough clinical evaluation required to establish the diagnosis, available therapies, and future directions.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineCardiologyInternal medicinePathogenesisPulmonary hypertensionBlood pressureIntensive care medicineDiseaseArterial diseaseHemodynamicsPulmonary arteryPulmonary Hypertension Research and TreatmentsLiver Disease and TransplantationCardiovascular Issues in Pregnancy