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Rosenkranz, Stephan (2021). Pulmonary Hypertension and Right Heart Failure. Aktuelle Kardiol., 10 (4). S. 330 - 339. STUTTGART: GEORG THIEME VERLAG KG. ISSN 2193-5211

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Abstract

Pulmonary hypertension (PH) represents a hemodynamic condition, which is characterized by an elevation of pulmonary artery pressure. It is a frequent condition, particularly in elderly patients. Based on the underlying aetiology, the clinical classification of PH distinguishes five main groups. Irrespective of the underlying cause, PH represents an increased afterload for the right heart and frequently leads to right heart failure. Current studies have indicated that even moderate elevations of pulmonary artery pressure or pulmonary vascular resistance are associated with limited survival. In the individual case, a comprehensive work-up and differential diagnosis are of key importance, as the treatment modalities for the distinct forms of PH are fundamentally different.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Creators:	Creators Email ORCID ORCID Put Code Rosenkranz, Stephan UNSPECIFIED UNSPECIFIED UNSPECIFIED
URN:	urn:nbn:de:hbz:38-562188
DOI:	10.1055/a-1511-2519
Journal or Publication Title:	Aktuelle Kardiol.
Volume:	10
Number:	4
Page Range:	S. 330 - 339
Date:	2021
Publisher:	GEORG THIEME VERLAG KG
Place of Publication:	STUTTGART
ISSN:	2193-5211
Language:	German
Faculty:	Unspecified
Divisions:	Unspecified
Subjects:	no entry
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Keywords Language PRESERVED EJECTION FRACTION; INSIGHTS; THERAPY Multiple languages Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems Multiple languages
URI:	http://kups.ub.uni-koeln.de/id/eprint/56218