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pulmonary hypertension Flashcards

1
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aetiology

A

> 25mgHg (rest)

>35mgHg (exercise)

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pathology

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hypoxic vasoconstriction
decreased res rte
decreased surface area of pulmonary vascular bed
= pressure overload

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3
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symptoms

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dyspnoea
fatigue
palpitations
chest pain
swelling
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signs

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abnormal heart sounds
inspiratory heart murmur
loud P2
heave

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5
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tests

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CXR
ECG
PFT
echo

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management

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diuretics
B-blockers
ACEi
prosdeglandins
thromboendartectomy
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