Pulmonary Hypertension Primary 1 C4552070
High blood pressure in lung arteries with no known cause. It affects the heart and lungs, causing breathing difficulty. Medications help widen blood vessels and reduce strain on the heart.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- Q24.9
- ICD-11
- LA00.0
- Body system
- cardiovascular
- Severity
- severe
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Chest discomfort
Chest discomfort or palpitations
(cardiovascular)Significant symptoms that substantially affect daily functioning.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Dyspnea on exertion
(cardiovascular)Fatigue
(cardiovascular)Peripheral edema
(cardiovascular)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Disease management and monitoring
Active treatment with regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is recommended.
Pulmonary vasodilator therapy
Vasodilator medications targeting prostacyclin, endothelin, or nitric oxide pathways to reduce pulmonary vascular resistance and improve cardiac output.
Right heart catheterization
Diagnostic catheterization to confirm diagnosis, assess severity, and guide vasodilator responsiveness testing for treatment selection.
Additional treatment options
Anticoagulation therapy
Long-term anticoagulation to reduce thrombotic risk and improve outcomes in selected pulmonary hypertension patients.
medicationSupervised exercise rehabilitation
Cardiac rehabilitation program with carefully monitored exercise to improve functional capacity without overstressing the right ventricle.
lifestylePsychological support intervention
Counseling and support services to address anxiety, depression, and coping strategies associated with chronic severe cardiopulmonary illness.
psychologicalWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
See a doctor within 24 hours
Moderate to severe symptoms that may indicate worsening of this condition. Prompt medical evaluation is recommended.
Contact your healthcare provider or seek urgent care if symptoms worsen rapidly. Go to the emergency department for life-threatening symptoms.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Pulmonary Hypertension Primary 1 C4552070?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Galie N, Hoeper MM, Humbert M, et al. 2022 ESC/ERS Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary hypertension. Eur Heart J. 2022;43(38):3618-3731.
Rubin LJ, Badesch DB, Barst RJ, et al. Bosentan therapy for pulmonary arterial hypertension. N Engl J Med. 2002;346(12):896-903.
Humbert M, Morrell NW, Archer SL, et al. Cellular and molecular pathobiology of pulmonary arterial hypertension. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2004;43(12 Suppl S):13S-24S.
Galie N, Manes A, Negro L, et al. A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials in pulmonary arterial hypertension. Eur Heart J. 2009;30(4):394-403.
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