scholarly journals 0718 Hypoxemia and Pulmonary Hypertension in Patients with Concomitant Restrictive Ventilatory Defect and Sleep Apnea: The Overlap Syndrome

SLEEP ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 43 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. A273-A273
Author(s):  
J Xie ◽  
Z Fan ◽  
J Wang ◽  
F Li

Abstract Introduction Patients with severe restrictive ventilatory defect (RVD) have hypoxemia and a high risk of pulmonary hypertension (PHTN). Sleep apnea (SA) aggravates the severity of nocturnal desaturation significantly. The aim of this study was to investigate the severity of hypoxemia and prevalence of PHTN in patient with the overlap syndrome (OS) of RVD and SA. Methods Patients referred for both sleep test and spirometry for suspected SA and RVD or obstructive ventilatory defect (OVD) were recruited prospectively from January-December, 2018. SA was determined by an apnea-hypopnea index ≥5/h; mean nocturnal oxygen saturation (meanSaO2), minimum oxygen saturation (minSaO2), saturation lower than 90% (T90) were calculated automatically. RVD was diagnosed in the presence of forced expiratory volume in the first second/forced vital capacity (FVC) >0.7 and FVC<80% predicted value. PHTN was defined by systolic pulmonary arterial pressure (SPAP) ≥ 50mmHg, documented by noninvasive transthoracic echocardiography. Patients with PHTN secondary to extrapulmonary factors were excluded. Results Of 65 patients who completed the investigation, 16 (24.6%) subjects were diagnosed with isolated SA (without RVD or OVD), and 28 (43.1%) subjects were verified to have RVD, in which 22 (78.6%) were diagnosed with OS and 6 (21.4%) presented as isolated RVD. Patients with OS vs. those with isolated RVD had lower minSaO2 (78.3% vs. 88.7%, p=0.003) and meanSaO2 (91.5% vs. 95.8%, p=0.007) but higher T90 (37.2% vs. 0.3%, p=0.009). Patients with OS vs. those with isolated RVD or with isolated SA had higher SPAP (62.6 mmHg vs. 45.3 mmHg or 35.9 mmHg, p=0.334 or p=0.016 respectively). Higher proportion of patients with OS were diagnosed with PHTN than those with isolated RVD or isolated SA (8 [36.4%] vs. 1 [16%] or 1 [6.25%], p=0.360 or p=0.031, respectively). T90 was the only polysomnographic data associated with the prevalence of PHTN after adjusting for age and sex (OR 4.90, 95% CI 1.23-25.56, p=0.023). Conclusion Patients with the OS of RVD and SA had high odds of PHTN, which is probably associated with severe hypoxemia. Further investigation is needed to discern whether therapeutic strategies toward OS might eliminate PHTN in this cohort. Support  

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 00014-2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Foteini Malli ◽  
Despoina Papakosta ◽  
Katerina Antoniou ◽  
Maria Dimadi ◽  
Vlassis Polychronopoulos ◽  
...  

BackgroundCombined pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema (CPFE) has recently received great attention, with studies suggesting that it presents a distinct clinical entity while others have challenged this hypothesis. This nationwide study aimed to describe a large cohort of Greek CPFE patients and to examine potential prognostic factors for survival.MethodsThis retrospective study included 97 patients with CPFE. Demographic and clinical data, pulmonary function tests, echocardiography results and bronchoalveolar lavage analysis were recorded.ResultsMost patients were male (94.8%) and 92% were current or ex-smokers. Spirometry results were abnormal (forced vital capacity (FVC) 72.9±19.9% pred and forced expiratory volume in 1 s/FVC 82.9±9.7%) with reduced diffusing capacity of the lung for carbon monoxide (DLCO) (42.3±17.4% pred). Mean systolic pulmonary arterial pressure was 41.9±19.7 mmHg and pulmonary hypertension was present in 58.8% of patients. Mean 6-min walk distance was 335.4±159.4 m. Mean emphysema score was 14.23±8.69% and mean interstitial lung disease (ILD) extent was 39.58±19.82%. Mean survival was 84 months (95% CI 72–96 months). Patients with DLCO ≥39% pred had better survival than patients with DLCO <39% pred (p=0.031). Patients with ILD extent ≥30% had worse survival than patients with ILD extent <30% (p=0.037).ConclusionsOur results indicate that CPFE patients have preserved lung volumes associated with disproportionately reduced DLCO, while reduced DLCO and increased ILD extent was associated with worse prognosis.


2021 ◽  
Vol 36 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ekaterina Borodulina ◽  
Alexander M Shutov

Abstract Background and Aims An important predictor of cardiovascular mortality and morbidity in hemodialysis patients is left ventricular hypertrophy. Also, pulmonary hypertension is a risk factor for mortality and cardiovascular events in hemodialysis patients. The aim of this study was to investigate cardiac remodeling and the dynamics of pulmonary arterial pressure during a year-long hemodialysis treatment and to evaluate relationship between pulmonary arterial pressure and blood flow in arteriovenous fistula. Method Hemodialysis patients (n=88; 42 males, 46 females, mean age was 51.7±13.0 years) were studied. Echocardiography and Doppler echocardiography were performed in the beginning of hemodialysis treatment and after a year. Echocardiographic evaluation was carried out on the day after dialysis. Left ventricular mass index (LVMI) was calculated. Left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) was measured by the echocardiographic Simpson method. Arteriovenous fistula flow was determined by Doppler echocardiography. Pulmonary hypertension was diagnosed according to criteria of Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary hypertension of the European Society of Cardiology. Results Pulmonary hypertension was diagnosed in 47 (53.4%) patients. Left ventricular hypertrophy was revealed in 71 (80.7%) patients. Only 2 (2.3%) patients had LVEF&lt;50%. At the beginning of hemodialysis correlation was detected between systolic pulmonary arterial pressure and LVMI (r=0.52; P&lt;0.001). Systolic pulmonary arterial pressure negatively correlated with left ventricular ejection fraction (r=-0.20; P=0.04). After a year of hemodialysis treatment LVMI decreased from 140.49±42.95 to 123.25±39.27 g/m2 (р=0.006) mainly due to a decrease in left ventricular end-diastolic dimension (from 50.23±6.48 to 45.13±5.24 mm, p=0.04) and systolic pulmonary arterial pressure decreased from 44.83±14.53 to 39.14±10.29 mmHg (р=0.002). Correlation wasn’t found between systolic pulmonary arterial pressure and arteriovenous fistula flow (r=0.17; p=0.4). Conclusion Pulmonary hypertension was diagnosed in half of patients at the beginning of hemodialysis treatment. Pulmonary hypertension in hemodialysis patients was associated with left ventricular hypertrophy, systolic left ventricular dysfunction. After a year-long hemodialysis treatment, a regress in left ventricular hypertrophy and a partial decrease in pulmonary arterial pressure were observed. There wasn’t correlation between arteriovenous fistula flow and systolic pulmonary arterial pressure.


2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. 177
Author(s):  
Munadi Munadi ◽  
M Yamin ◽  
Anna Ujainah ◽  
Cleopas Martin Rumende

Pendahuluan. Hipertensi pulmonal merupakan komplikasi tersering pada penyakit paru obstruktif kronis (PPOK). Angka kematian akan meningkat tajam apabila pasien PPOK sudah mengalami komplikasi ini. Selama ini pengukuran tekanan arteri pulmonalis hanya diukur pada saat pasien PPOK eksaserbasi dirawat di ruang intesif dengan cara invasif menggunakan alat right heart catherization (RHC). Data kelompok PPOK stabil yang mengalami hipertensi pulmonal yang diukur dengan cara non invasif masih relatif sedikit yang dipublikasi. Saat ini sudah ada ekokardiografi yang dapat digunakan sebagai pengganti RHC pada kelompok PPOK stabil. Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui apakah ada hubungan antara penurunan forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1) % prediksi dengan peningkatan rerata tekanan arteri pulmonalis (mean pulmonary arterial pressure, mPAP) dan mencari titik potong terbaik secara klinis antara FEV1 % prediksi dan mPAP.Metode. Studi potong lintang pada lima puluh delapan subjek PPOK stabil yang dilakukan spirometri dan pengukuran mPAP dengan menggunakan ekokardiografi doppler pada potongan short axis setinggi aorta.Hasil. Nilai rerata FEV1 % prediksi 26,6 (SB 4,7) dan rerata mPAP 37,61 (18,1-59) mmHg. 74 % subjek mengalami hipertensi pulmonal, dengan karakteristik 24 % ringan, 31 % sedang dan 19 % berat. Terdapat korelasi negatif kuat antara penurunan FEV1 % prediksi dengan peningkatan mPAP. Semakin turun FEV1% prediksi semakin meningkat mPAP. Nilai titik potong terbaik secara klinis 55,3 % dengan sensitivitas 93%.Simpulan. FEV1 % prediksi berkorelasi negatif yang sangat kuat dengan tekanan rerata arteri pulmonalis. FEV1 % prediksi 55,3 % memiliki kemampuan yang cukup baik membedakan PPOK stabil yang sudah mengalami hipertensi pulmonal.Kata Kunci: ekokardiografi, FEV1 %, mPAP, PPOK stabil, spirometri  Correlation of Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 Second Prediction with Mean Pulmonary Arterial Pressure Using Echocardiography in Stable Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Introduction. Pulmonary hypertension is the most common complication of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Mortality rate will increase when COPD complication with pulmonary hypertension. Right heart catheterization (RHC) is the most common tool to measure mean pulmonary arterial pressure (mPAP) either in COPD patients with exacerbations treated in intensive care unit. Data of pulmonary hypertension in stable COPD group is still relatively rare. Alternatively to RHC, nowadays echocardiography is used to measure mean pulmonary arterial pressure in stable COPD group.Methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted on fifty-eight stable male COPD patients (mean age: 67,6) underwent spirometry. Mean pulmonary arterial pressure was measured using transthoracic echocardiography at short axis view in aortic level. Results. Mean value of forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1)% was 26,6 % (SD 4,7) with median value of mean pulmonary arterial pressure was 37,61 mmHg (range 18,3-59). As many as 74% subjects were pulmonary hypertension; 24 % mild, 31 % moderate and 19% severe respectively. The correlation test showed a significant strong-negative correlation (r = -0,948, p <0,001). The best cut-off point of FEV1% prediction, which had a clinical value correlated with mPAP, was 55,3% with the sensitivity 93 %. Conclusions. Forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1)% prediction has a significant correlation with mean pulmonary arterial pressure in stable COPD patients. The cut-off point FEV1% prediction 55,3% has a good capability to discriminate pulmonary hypertension in stable COPD patient. Keywords: echocardiography, FEV1% prediction, mean pulmonary arterial pressure, stable COPD


2020 ◽  
Vol 71 (1) ◽  
pp. 298-301
Author(s):  
Cristina Tudoran ◽  
Mariana Tudoran ◽  
Ancuta Mates ◽  
Gheorghe Nicusor Pop ◽  
Ahmed Abu-Awwad

One of the most severe cardiovascular complications encountered in patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD) undergoing hemodialysis (HD) is pulmonary hypertension (PH). Secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPTH) is supposed to be one of the contributing mechanisms responsible for the occurrence of PH in these patients.The aim of our study is to determine if the elevated values of intact parathormone (iPTH) are correlated with increased pulmonary vascular resistance (PVR) in patients ESRD undergoing HD.Our study was conducted on 51 patients with ESRD undergoing HD. We assessed in all patients the levels of iPTH, as well as the systolic pulmonary arterial pressure (PAPs) and PVR by means of echocardiography. According to the levels of PAPs, patients were classified into two subgroups: 27 with 24 without PH.We documented a moderate correlation between iPTH and systolic pulmonary artery pressure (PAPs), respectively PVR in patients with PH. In patients without PH there were no significant correlations between iPAH and PVR, respectively PAPs.


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Castiglione ◽  
Michal Droppa

AbstractCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a primary respiratory infectious disease, which can result in pulmonary and cardiovascular complications. From its first appearance in the city of Wuhan (China), the infection spread worldwide, leading to its declaration as a pandemic on March 11, 2020. Clinical research on SARS-CoV-2 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2) suggests that the virus may determine changes in the pulmonary hemodynamics through mechanisms of endothelial dysfunction, vascular leak, thrombotic microangiopathy, and venous thromboembolism that are similar to those leading to pulmonary hypertension (PH). Current available studies report echocardiographic signs of PH in approximately 12 to 13% of hospitalized patients with COVID-19. Those with chronic pulmonary obstructive disease, congestive heart failure, pulmonary embolism, and prior PH are at increased risk to develop or worsen PH. Evidence of PH seems to be associated with increased disease severity and poor outcome. Because of the importance of the pulmonary hemodynamics in the pathophysiology of COVID-19, there is growing interest in exploring the potential therapeutical benefits of inhaled vasodilators in patients with COVID-19. Treatment with inhaled nitric oxide and prostacyclin has shown encouraging results through improvement of systemic oxygenation, reduction of systolic pulmonary arterial pressure, and prevention of right ventricular failure; however, data from randomized control trials are still required.


2000 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 130-139 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ronald B. Tanke ◽  
Otto Daniëls ◽  
Henk J. van Lier ◽  
Arno F. van Heyst ◽  
Cees Festen

AbstractObjectivesThis prospective study was designed to monitor severe pulmonary hypertension during extra corporeal membrane oxygenation using echo Doppler variables.BackgroundAll neonates treated with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation also have severe pulmonary hypertension. A study which monitors the reaction of the pre-existing pulmonary hypertension during extracorporeal oxygenation by frequent sampling of those variables related to pulmonary pressure is still lacking. Such a study is necessary to analyze the complex haemodynamic changes in patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation.MethodIn 29 neonates, we estimated pulmonary arterial pressure using peakflow velocity of regurgitation across the tricuspid- and pulmonary valve, peakflow velocity of shunting across persistent arterial ductus, and systolic time intervals of the right ventricle. Correlation between the several estimations of pulmonary arterial pressure were analysed with the Spearman correlation coefficient.ResultsSystolic pulmonary arterial pressure measured by the velocity of tricuspid regurgitation illustrated severe pulmonary hypertension prior to extra corporeal membrane oxygenation (mean 63 mmHg, sd 20). Similar levels for the systolic pulmonary arterial pressure could be derived (mean 73 mmHg, sd 17) from ductal shunting. A fair correlation of 0.76 (p< 0.002) could be demonstrated. Pulmonary hypertension responded well and quickly to treatment by extra corporeal membrane oxygenation, with reductions within 24 hours to mean systolic levels of 35 mmHg, sd 23. This very early reaction has not previously been demonstrated and could be of importance in defining parameters for weaning from cardiopulmonary bypass. Diastolic pulmonary arterial pressure was investigated because of its relation to vascular resistance. It proved more difficult to measure because of the low incidence of pulmonary regurgitation. Derived diastolic pressures did not show any good correlations.ConclusionPulmonary hypertension is well documentated prior to extra corporeal membrane oxygenation and respons very quickly to the institution of treatment. Ultra sound techniques are indicated at the bedsite, and prove useful in monitoring pulmonary blood pressure during the procedure.


2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
J Precek ◽  
K Vykoupil ◽  
F Kovacik ◽  
M Hutyra

Abstract Introduction Sleep disordered breathing (SDB) is a group of ventilatory disorders during sleep which includes obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), central sleep apnea (CSA), and sleep related hypoventilation. In patients with SDB, the prevalence of pulmonary hypertension (PH) ranges from 17% to 52%. While SDB is prevalent in the general population with recent estimates of 20% to 30%, in those with cardiovascular disease, particularly left ventricular failure, there is a higher reported prevalence of 47%. Aims The aims of this study were to determine the prevalence and prognostic relevance of sleep apnea in a cohort of patients with newly diagnosed pulmonary arterial hypertension (ESC/WHO Group 1 pulmonary hypertension). Methods We evaluated prospectively 76 patients with the pulmonary arterial hypertension (mean age 54±16 years; 45% male). All patients underwent right heart catheterisation, clinical assessments, sleep study, standard laboratory testing and evaluation of subjective sleepiness by the Epworth Sleepiness Scale. Sleep test was provided with an ApneaLink Plus, consisting of nasal pressure sensor, respiratory effort band, and pulse oximeter worn on the finger. Subjects previously treated for or diagnosed with SDB were excluded from the study. Results Sleep apnea (SA) – defined as apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) ≥5/h – was found in 59 (77.6%) of the pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) patients. Mean AHI in the cohort of PAH patients with SA was 26.1±16.6/h. Mean follow-up was 24 months, during which 15 (19.7%) patients died. Characteristics of parameters related to SA in groups of survivors and deceased are in table 1. From the sleep apnea-related parameters, only time with O2Sat &lt;90% – T90 was significantly associated with mortality (AUC 0.856; 95% CI 0.693 – 1.019; p&lt;0.001). Conclusions The presence of sleep apnea in pulmonary arterial hypertension patients is high. The prevalence of sleep apnea is higher in PAH patients than in the general population. The presence of sleep apnea in patients with PAH was not associated with worse prognosis, but noctural hypoxemia (time with O2Sat &lt;90%) was related to poor prognosis. Sleep apnea in patients with PAH should be screened for systematically. Funding Acknowledgement Type of funding source: None


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