Pulmonary and Critical Care

Pulmonary Hypertension

Pulmonary hypertension(PH) is a condition characterized by high blood pressure in the pulmonary arteries, which carry blood from the heart to the lungs. This elevated pressure makes it harder for the heart to pump blood through the lungs and can lead to various symptoms and complications. Pulmonary hypertension symptoms are Shortness of Breath, Fatigue , Chest Pain, Swelling, Dizziness or Fainting

Types of Pulmonary Hypertension:

• Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
• Secondary Pulmonary Hypertension

Pulmonary hypertension can arise from several underlying conditions. Autoimmune diseases, such as scleroderma and rheumatoid arthritis, may damage the lungs and contribute to the development of pulmonary hypertension. Congenital heart defects, which are structural abnormalities present from birth, can also lead to elevated pulmonary artery pressure. Additionally, pulmonary embolism, characterized by blood clots obstructing the pulmonary arteries, is a significant cause of this condition.