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Information about chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) and balloon pulmonary angioplasty (BPA) from the scientific and medical perspectives.

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Post-PE Patient Management: Suggestions by a CTEPH Sufferer

In this post, I outline the necessary measures to care for a patient following a pulmonary embolism. I emphasize the significance of regular check-ups to identify chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) early on. Detecting this condition early can minimize the damage to the heart and greatly enhance the chances of recovery. The suggestions are based on my personal experience as a CTEPH patient and my understanding of the literature.

September 10, 2023
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Heart: Right Ventricular Hypertrophy

Right ventricular hypertrophy (RVH) is a condition in which the muscle of the heart’s right ventricle becomes thicker. If left untreated, it will lead to heart failure and death. PH and CTEPH patients will eventually be confronted with some degree of RVH. It’s in the nature of the beast.

May 23, 2023
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BPA & CTEPH: Resources for Doctors and Health Professionals

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.

December 6, 2022