Pulmonary hypertension Flashcards

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Pulmonary hypertension
Define pulmonary hypertension
Explain the aetiology / risk factors of pulmonary hypertension

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Aetiology
Left heart failure
Connective tissue disorders
Lungs-COPD, ILD, Sleep apnaeo

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Identify appropriate investigations for pulmonary hypertension and interpret the results

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pulmonary artery wedge pressure

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