Understanding the Connection between Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and PH

Recorded on Thursday, Sept. 14.

Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is the most common type of interstitial lung disease. ILD is characterized by scarring and/or inflammation of support tissue in the lungs. People with idiopathic PF can develop pulmonary hypertension due to a stiff left side of the heart, obstructive sleep apnea or blood clots.

Navneet Singh, MD, MBA, and Christopher King, MD, will discussed the tests needed for an accurate IPF and PH diagnosis and the latest treatment options available for each disease.