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Title: Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH): A Rare and Challenging Condition
Description:
Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is a rare and potentially life-threatening condition characterized by abnormally high blood pressure within the arteries that carry blood from the heart to the lungs. This increased pressure places a significant strain on the right side of the heart, leading to various complications and eventually right-sided heart failure if left untreated.
Associated Diseases:
PAH can occur on its own (idiopathic PAH) or as a result of another underlying medical condition, such as:
- Connective tissue disorders (e.g., scleroderma, lupus)
- Congenital heart defects
- Liver disease
- HIV infection
- Sickle cell disease
Did you Know ?
- PAH affects approximately 15-50 people per million worldwide.
- Idiopathic PAH is more common in women than men, with a ratio of approximately 2:1.
