Palevsky H I
Cardiovasc Clin. 1989;19(3):267-83.
This chapter provides a review of several major disorders affecting the pulmonary circulation. These disorders may result in the development of significant symptoms, particularly during exertion, as well as substantial long-term morbidity and even mortality. All of these conditions are complicated by difficulties in diagnosis and the lack of universally successful therapeutic options. Although these conditions may be found in patients of all demographic characteristics, this discussion has focused on those aspects that are of particular relevance to women. It is hoped that with a heightened awareness of these conditions will come earlier diagnosis, thereby allowing for the institution of therapies at a time when the prospect for successful intervention is greater.
本章综述了几种影响肺循环的主要疾病。这些疾病可能导致出现明显症状，尤其是在运动期间，还会造成严重的长期发病甚至死亡。所有这些病症都因诊断困难和缺乏普遍有效的治疗方案而变得复杂。尽管所有人口统计学特征的患者都可能出现这些病症，但本讨论聚焦于与女性特别相关的那些方面。希望随着对这些病症的认识提高，能实现更早诊断，从而在成功干预前景更佳的时候开始治疗。
