Q: I have been treated for high blood pressure for several years. Currently I am taking Diovan HCT Tabs 160/12.5 and only taking 1/2 tablet which has been controlling my blood pressure. My husband died from lymphoma 1 1/2 years ago and during his illness my stress level was high and my blood pressure dropped dramatically. Currently my brother-in-law is …
Why do I need a right heart catherization?
Q: I am a 43yr. female. I have a pacemaker, due to an AV ablation, so I am dependant on my pacer. I recently had an echocardiogram, and will soon have a right heart cath. and venogram. I was wondering if you could help me to understand the results of my echocardiogram: