Pulmonary Hypertension Primary 4 C3809198
High lung pressure from blood clots blocking pulmonary arteries. It develops slowly over time. Blood thinners and surgery can restore blood flow in some patients.
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 pain
Chest discomfort or palpitations
(cardiovascular)Significant symptoms that substantially affect daily functioning.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Shortness of breath
(cardiovascular)Peripheral edema
(cardiovascular)Hepatomegaly
(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.
Soluble guanylate cyclase stimulators
These medications directly stimulate the enzyme that produces nitric oxide, promoting vasodilation and reducing pulmonary vascular resistance.
Anticoagulation therapy
Blood thinners may be prescribed to prevent blood clots from forming or growing larger in the pulmonary arteries.
Additional treatment options
Lung transplantation evaluation
Referral for evaluation for lung or heart-lung transplantation in advanced cases that do not respond to medical therapy.
surgicalPsychological support and counseling
Mental health support addressing anxiety, depression, and adjustment to chronic illness improves quality of life and treatment adherence.
psychologicalSupervised exercise training
Structured, supervised aerobic and resistance exercise programs improve functional capacity, muscle strength, and exercise tolerance.
physical_therapyWhen 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 4 C3809198?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Humbert M, Kovacs G, Hoeper MM, et al. 2022 ESC/ERS Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary hypertension. Eur Heart J. 2022.
Thenappan T, Ormiston ML, Ryan JJ, Archer SL. Pulmonary arterial hypertension: pathogenesis and clinical management. BMJ. 2018.
Galie N, Humbert M, Vachiery JL, et al. 2015 ESC/ERS Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary hypertension. Eur Respir J. 2015.
McLaughlin VV, Shah SJ, Souza R, Humbert M. Management of pulmonary arterial hypertension: a focused review of emerging therapies. JACC. 2020.
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