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The Pathogenesis Diagram of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

What you will see below is the schematic illustration of the pathogenesis of pulmonary arterial hypertension. The major components in the pathogenesis of chronic pulmonary arterial hypertension are endothelial dysfunction and vasoconstriction, vascular remodeling and in situ thrombosis – as seen in the illustration above.

Acute Onset Pulmonary Hypertension Algorithm Diagnostic Diagram

The schematic diagram below shows diagnostic algorithm for acute onset pulmonary hypertension. It is an algorithm for the evaluation and management of those whose symtoms and signs consistent with acute pulmonary embolism in the critical care setting.