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Can pulmonary arterial hypertension reverse overtime? i had an echo done and the cardiologist said i had mild pulmonary arterial hypertension (45 mm hg peak systolic) along with a moderately dilated left atrium?

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Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

Maybe : If the underlying cause of pulmonary hypertension is treated successfully if it’s a medical or surgical problem the condition can stabilize or improve.

Answered 9/13/2020

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A member asked:

Can pulmonary arterial hypertension reverse overtime? i had an echo done and the cardiologist said i had mild pulmonary arterial hypertension (45 mm hg peak systolic) along with a moderately dilated left atrium?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

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