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Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) is the medical term for a unique disease process which takes place in the small vessels which carry blood from the heart to the lungs (the "pulmonary arteries" and/or "arterioles"). Although it is an uncommon condition, it is a disease that can affect males and females of all ages and ethnic backgrounds. Rarely, it can occur in childhood.

Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension is the first of the educational brochures published by The Australian Lung Foundation’s PIVOT group.

For links to further information and support, please contact The Australian Lung Foundation's Information and Support Centre toll free on 1800 654 301.

Content updated July 3, 2008