Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension
Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension (kron-ik throm-bo-em-bol-ik pul-mon-ary hy-per-ten-shun) is a rare form of pulmonary hypertension (PH). The term is derived from the Greek words chronos (time), thrombos (clot), embolos (plug), pulmon (lung), and hyper (over) + tension (pressure).
Definition
Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension (CTEPH) is a type of pulmonary hypertension caused by old, organized blood clots in the pulmonary arteries that restrict blood flow and increase pressure in the lungs.
Symptoms
Symptoms of CTEPH may include shortness of breath, fatigue, syncope, chest discomfort, and lower extremity swelling.
Causes
CTEPH is usually caused by recurrent or unresolved pulmonary embolism. However, not everyone who has a pulmonary embolism will develop CTEPH.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of CTEPH involves a series of tests including echocardiography, V/Q scan, pulmonary angiography, and right heart catheterization.
Treatment
Treatment options for CTEPH include anticoagulation, pulmonary thromboendarterectomy (PTE), balloon pulmonary angioplasty (BPA), and PH-specific medications.
Prognosis
The prognosis for CTEPH varies depending on the severity of the disease, the patient's overall health, and the success of treatment.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension
- Wikipedia's article - Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension
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