Investigation of Dysynchrony in Patients With Pulmonary Hypertension
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Purpose
The purpose of the study is to determine whether patients with pulmonary hypertension (PH) have dysynchrony, and if so whether it is electrical or mechanical. Once this has been determined, during a catheterization the investigators will test if pacing the heart improves blood circulation.
Official Title
Investigation of Dysynchrony in Patients With Pulmonary Hypertension
Eligibility Criteria
- - Pulmonary artery mean pressure at rest of 25 mm Hg - Controls (for phase 2) Patients undergoing transcatheter closure of secundum ASD Patients undergoing echocardiogram and ECG as part of work-up for functional murmur who have normal intracardiac anatomy
- - Reversible cause of pulmonary hypertension - Age < 5 yrs (for phase 2)
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Contact
Jeffrey Feinstein, MD, MPH
650-723-7913
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