The development of new therapies, mainly in last decade, has significantly altered the course of disease progression in patients with pulmonary hypertension. This change is evidenced by the improved quality of life and greater survival among these patients. Although there are innumerable studies underway that are evaluating new drugs and combined therapies, we have already reached a point where a treatment algorithm (based on the evidence currently available) could be developed. This would certainly have a significant impact on the standardization and optimization of therapeutic resources.
Hypertension, pulmonary; Receptors, endothelin; Prostaglandins; Phosphodiesterase inhibitors; Calcium channel blockers
