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The latest one today says 38 and says I don't have it. I'm confused

January 27, 2025
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It sounds like you're referring to pulmonary artery systolic pressure (PASP) measurements from your echocardiograms. A PASP of 27 mmHg in 2019 was likely normal, while 44 mmHg in 2024 could suggest elevated pressure, possibly linked to pulmonary hypertension. The recent drop to 38 mmHg might indicate improvement, but it’s Show Full Answer

It sounds like you're referring to pulmonary artery systolic pressure (PASP) measurements from your echocardiograms. A PASP of 27 mmHg in 2019 was likely normal, while 44 mmHg in 2024 could suggest elevated pressure, possibly linked to pulmonary hypertension. The recent drop to 38 mmHg might indicate improvement, but it’s still slightly elevated. However, echocardiograms alone can’t definitively diagnose pulmonary hypertension. A right-heart catheterization is the gold standard for diagnosis. It’s best to discuss these results with your doctor for clarity.

January 27, 2025

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