| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9161628 | Chest | 2005 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
In patients with thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension, CT scan findings can help to predict hemodynamic improvement after PTE. The absence of central thrombi is a significant risk factor for inadequate hemodynamic improvement.
Keywords
PAPPTEPPHCTEPHRPApulmonary thromboendarterectomyPulmonary embolismEndarterectomyspiral CT scanascending aortaPVRmean pulmonary artery pressureChronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertensionRetrospective studiesPulmonary vascular resistanceHounsfield unitsPulmonary hypertensionprimary pulmonary hypertension
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Authors
Marc MD, Michael MD, Dietmar MD, Aleksandar MD, Bernhard MD, MD FCCP,