Publications by authors named "Dietmar Ellermeier"
Article Synopsis
- Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a serious lung condition that can lead to severe complications like right heart failure, and chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) is a specific type caused by blocked pulmonary arteries, with a notable prevalence of mental health issues in affected patients.
- A study found that 31.8% of CTEPH patients had psychological disorders, with panic disorder and specific phobia being the most common, highlighting a significant difference in mental health between CTEPH patients and the general population.
- Mental disorders negatively impact quality of life in CTEPH patients, and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) proved effective in identifying cases of depression and panic
Introduction: Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) is a potentially life-threatening condition associated with high morbidity and mortality. However, advances in medical, surgical and interventional treatment have markedly improved the outcome of patients with CTEPH. Additional factors potentially influencing quality of life (QoL) and outcome in CTEPH are yet to be defined.
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