Pulmonary Hypertension in Women: What Does the Cardiologist Need to Know?

AbstractPurpose of ReviewOur goal is to review the epidemiology, diagnosis, and management of PH focusing on how this condition affects women.Recent FindingsPH is a broad term used to describe a group of medical conditions presenting with elevated pressures in the pulmonary circulation. A subgroup, PAH, is of great importance as many medical therapies have been developed and clinical outcomes have improved substantially when compared with historical data. PAH is more predominant in women and is an under recognized medical condition.SummaryPAH is a progressive condition for which many medical therapies are now available. Further research is needed to evaluate the effects of PH-specific medications on other forms of PH.
Source: Current Cardiovascular Risk Reports - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research