Pulmonary Hypertension 101 in Small Animals (Cardiology Perspective)

This lecture reviews the pathophysiology of pulmonary hypertension (PH), both as a primary and secondary issue commonly seen in heart disease patients. Clinical findings as well as suggestive echocardiographic parameters are reviewed, including pit falls and relevance to a heart failure patient. Current treatment options and therapeutic approaches are revisited as well.  00:00 Welcome And Objectives 00:36 Pulmonary Pressure Basics 01:16 Causes And Classifications 03:52 Small Animal Patterns 06:12 Clinical Signs And Exam 08:53 Radiographs And Pitfalls 14:06 Echo Findings Overview 19:09 Doppler Pressure Estimates 23:20 Common Errors And Workup 25:24 Treatment Strategy 28:59 Sildenafil When To Use 31:56 Prognosis And Case Bubbles 34:31 Wrap Up And Questions