In patients with chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH), the initial problem is in the lungs but quickly affects the heart. Given the heart’s crucial role in our body, everyone needs to understand its structure and how it works. Understanding your heart may also be crucial for survival because a sick heart will not keep you alive for long.
Obviously, not me! I am not (yet) 92 years old. I find a lot of inspiration from Lew Hollander. There is always something you can do to stay active and enjoy each day a little bit more. Even when you’re sick: Never give up!
The quickest way to get to Trang in southern Thailand is by plane. I was confident that my blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) would be fine during the flight. Still, I was curious how SpO2 would change in the air. My BPA treatment was only four months ago.
I had a great experience at Okayama Medical Center for my balloon pulmonary angioplasty (BPA) treatment. The hospital provided first-class healthcare services, and my stay was very comfortable. When I arrived in Japan, I had no idea what to expect. To make your life easier, here is a brief tour of the hospital and some useful tips to help you prepare for your trip.
Changes in my body weight clearly show the effects of disease and the benefits of BPA treatment. I was trapped in a deadly cycle and had only one chance to break free: BPA! Oxygen clearly makes a huge difference …
Birthdays used to be exciting days for me. My attitude toward my birthdays has changed dramatically, and it’s no longer as important. Instead, I’m immensely grateful for having survived all the recent assaults on my health and life.
Well, almost. It will still take some time to fully swing back. But it is definitely a start and a good one at that. For the first time in years, I pinned on a BIB and walked 5 kilometers in a foot race … finishing last!
Amazing! What a difference BPA makes! I put my “new” lungs to the test on the trails around Khao Chalak. They performed well, an entirely new and exciting experience.
BPA is a safe and effective intervention to cure CTEPH potentially. A wealth of new research on this topic has appeared in recent years. Regrettably, a lot of clinicians are not aware of the potential of this technique. To address this, I have compiled a series of video lectures and a selection of the most recent research.
Going to Japan for BPA treatment was without a doubt one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Thank you for all your encouragement and support during those challenging times.
