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Pulmonary hypertension in polycythemia vera
1Department of Medicine, Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine, Maywood, Illinois 60153.
American Journal of Hematology
|November 1, 1994
Summary
Polycythemia vera patients can develop pulmonary hypertension due to blood clots. This study highlights this serious complication, emphasizing early recognition and management in polycythemia vera cases.
Area of Science:
- Hematology
- Cardiology
- Pulmonology
Background:
- Thromboembolic events are common in polycythemia vera, causing significant mortality.
- Pulmonary hypertension is an under-recognized complication in polycythemia vera.
- Two cases are presented where pulmonary hypertension developed without prior thromboembolic history.