What Causes Chest Pain On The Right Side Of Your Chest
Health Encyclopedia: Cor Pulmonale
Right-sided heart failure - cor pulmonale
Treatment
Treatment is directed at the underlying illness. Supplemental oxygen may be prescribed to increase the level of oxygen in the blood.
There are many medicines available to treat cor pulmonale. Calcium channel blockers are often used to treat early cases. Prostacyclin may be given through injection or inhalation. Bosentan or sildenafil may also be given by mouth.
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