I Am Cured: No More CTEPH!
Following six BPA interventions, I am cured. No more CTEPH! My hemodynamic parameters have returned to normal levels, and there are no more signs of pulmonary hypertension.
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.
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.
Heart: Structure and Function
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.