Clinical Treatment and Management of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Cardiovascular Medicine".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 July 2024 | Viewed by 98

Special Issue Editors


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Department of Medicine, Cardiovascular Division, Medical School, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455 USA
Interests: right ventricular dysfunction; pulmonary hypertension; pulmonary arterial hypertension

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Guest Editor
Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA
Interests: pediatric cardiology; pulmonary hypertension; pulmonary arterial hypertension

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Guest Editor
Department of Medicine, Division of Allergy and Critical Care Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
Interests: exercise hemodynamics; pulmonary vascular disease; invasive cardiopulmonary; exercise testing

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is a progressive and life-threatening condition characterized by high pressure in the lung arteries. Treatment of PAH aims to relieve symptoms, slow down disease progression, and improve quality of life; it often involves a combination of medication, lifestyle modifications, and in some cases, surgical interventions. Current commonly used medications include endothelin receptor antagonists, phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors, and prostacyclin analogs, with several new therapies in the horizon. Regular monitoring and follow-up with healthcare professionals are essential for managing PAH. Without proper treatment, PAH can lead to right-sided heart failure, severe complications, and reduced life expectancy. However, with early diagnosis and appropriate management, many individuals with PAH can lead fulfilling lives. 

I strongly encourage you to submit your original research or review papers about adult or pediatric PAH to our Special Issue and be a part of our vibrant scientific community.

Dr. Sasha Z. Prisco
Dr. Megan Griffiths
Dr. Michael Risbano
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • pulmonary arterial hypertension
  • pulmonary hypertension
  • pulmonary vascular remodeling
  • right ventricle
  • right ventricular–pulmonary artery uncoupling
  • six-minute walk distance

Published Papers

This special issue is now open for submission.
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