Pulmonary Hypertension Flashcards

1
Q

mPAP / PVR required for pulmonary HTN

A

mPAP>20mmHg
Previously mPA <25mmHg
Revised 2019 Nice WSPH:

Revised 2022 PVR >3

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Meds to use in vasodilator responsive PAH?

A

Amlodipine, nifedipine, or diltiazem.
Verapamil is not used because of its negative inotropic effects.

(slowly titrated)

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HIV

Portal venous

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