Pulmonary Hypertension

Pulmonary hypertension is a condition of abnormally high pressure within the lungs or respiratory system. This pressure can eventually lead to progressive heart failure.

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Adam Husney MDE. Gregory Thompson MDJeffrey S. Ginsberg MD FRCPCMartin J. Gabica MD

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Pulmonary Hypertension

Pulmonary hypertension is a condition of abnormally high pressure within the lungs or respiratory system. This pressure can eventually lead to progressive heart failure.

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.

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Medical review

Adam Husney MDE. Gregory Thompson MDJeffrey S. Ginsberg MD FRCPCMartin J. Gabica MD

Last Updated

04/09/2019

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This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.