How is Pulmonary Hypertension treated?
Until recent years there were very few treatments for this condition, leaving both patients and doctors frustrated by the lack of options. Fortunately there have been considerable developments over the last 5 years and there are now several new therapies available, with more on the way! The treatment you will be offered will be determined by several factors to do with the nature and severity of your condition, once all of the tests have been completed. There may be several options for you to choose from, and the team will discuss the pros and cons of these therapies with you. Although tablet therapies are now available, in some patients more complicated therapies may offer the best long term solution. However, it should be remembered that in most cases these treatments are unable to cure the condition completely. Once the diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension is confirmed, patients will usually be reviewed by the unit on a regular basis (usually every 3 to 6 months). In addition, we reco
