michele martinelli

Key words Aging Dependence Functional Limitation Comorbidity INTRODUCTION Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a complex, typically progressive disorder characterized by elevated pulmonary arterial pressure and vascular resistance, leading to right ventricular failure and premature death if untreated.[1] Patients with PH experience dyspnea, fatigue, chest pain and reduced exercise capacity which lead to poor quality of life, limit social activities and affect emotional well-being.[2] PH can be...