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Maryland Heart Center

Pulmonary Hypertension

Pulmonary Hypertension | About Our Program | Symptoms | Screening Tests | Medical Treatments

 

Medical Treatments

PH is a chronic condition with no known cure, and it can become life threatening. However, several treatments are available and patients now have more options and improved life expectancy.

Treatment is aimed at slowing the progression of the disease and improving symptoms. Some possible medications include:

If these treatments are not sufficient, a lung transplant evaluation may be recommended.


Please call if you would like to make an appointment or talk to someone about our services. Patients dial 1-800-492-5538 or 410-328-5842, physicians dial 410-328-6622 or 1-800-318-1019.