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Does pulmonary hypertension causes left ventricular failure?
Pulmonary hypertension can lead to right ventricular failure, a condition known as cor pulmonale. This can eventually cause strain on the left side of the heart, potentially leading to left ventricular failure. Regular monitoring and treatment of both pulmonary hypertension and potential resulting heart failure are important in managing this condition.
Which term means a prediction of the probable course and outcome of a disorder?
Prognosis
What is the prognosis of secondary polycythemia?
The prognosis of secondary polycythemia depends on the underlying cause. If the cause is identified and treated promptly, the prognosis is generally favorable. However, if left untreated, secondary polycythemia can lead to complications such as blood clots, strokes, or heart problems, which can affect long-term outcomes. Regular monitoring and management of the underlying condition are key to improving prognosis.
What is the prognosis for a patient with neutropenia?
The prognosis for a patient with neutropenia depends on the underlying cause, severity, and how promptly it is treated. Mild neutropenia may have a good prognosis with proper management, while severe neutropenia can increase the risk of serious infections and complications. Regular monitoring and treatment by healthcare providers are essential for improving the prognosis of neutropenic patients.
Most common cases in medical ward?
in my little 2months experience in medicine ward in pmc i hav seen mostly patients of Chronic Renal Failure, Congestive Cardiac Failure, Hemiplegia, Meningitis,Pleural Effusion,Cor Pulmonale, Intestinal Obstruction, Pneumonia,Epilepsy etc. to be a bit more specific.
Is cor pulmonale related to COPD?
85% of patients diagnosed with cor pulmonale have COPD
Can a blood clot cause cor pulmonale?
A large pulmonary thromboembolism (blood clot) may lead to acute cor pulmonale
How is Cor pulmonale prevented?
Cor pulmonale is best prevented by prevention of COPD and other irreversible diseases that lead to heart failure
What is the point of treating cor pulmonale?
Treatment of cor pulmonale is aimed at increasing a patient's exercise tolerance and improving oxygen levels of the arterial blood
Heart disease due to lung disease?
Cor Pulmonale
What is pulmonary heart disease also called?
Cor pulmonale
How is cor pulmonale tested?
Tests used to support a diagnosis of cor pulmonale may include arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function tests, x-rays, MRIs, and hematocrit
What are symptoms of Cor pulmonale?
They include chronic coughing, wheezing, weakness, fatigue, and shortness of breath. Edema (abnormal buildup of fluid), weakness, and discomfort in the upper chest may be evident in cor pulmonale
Is cor pulmonale more common in emphysema or chronic bronchitis?
Cor pulmonale, which is right-sided heart failure due to lung disease, is more commonly associated with chronic bronchitis than emphysema. This is because chronic bronchitis leads to more significant hypoxia and increased pulmonary vascular resistance, which contributes to the development of cor pulmonale. While emphysema can also lead to cor pulmonale, the effects are generally less pronounced compared to chronic bronchitis. Overall, chronic bronchitis presents a greater risk for the development of this condition.
Can Cor pulmonale lead to heart failure?
This condition can lead to heart failure
Jugular vein distention is associated with?
right-sided heart failure, when the right ventricle is hypertrophied or dilated which is secondary to pulmonary hypertension (usu. d/t pulmonary embolism in acute cor pulmonale, but d/t COPD in chronic cor pulmonale)
What is the failure of the right side of the heart to pump a sufficient amount of blood to the lungs called?
Cor pulmonale
