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Imaging recommendation · Chest

Suspected pulmonary hypertension

Recommended: Transthoracic Echo first; CT Chest / V-Q if cause unclear is the preferred imaging study for suspected pulmonary hypertension. Echo estimates RVSP.

Recommended study

Transthoracic Echo first; CT Chest / V-Q if cause unclear

US No contrast Preferred Chest OutpatientAcute inpatient Reviewed

Echo estimates RVSP. V-Q scan rules out CTEPH. Right heart cath for definitive diagnosis.

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