Idiopathic Dilatation of the Pulmonary Artery

  • Idiopathic dilatation of the pulmonary artery,
  • also known as refers to the enlargement or dilation of the pulmonary artery
  • rare condition
  • The exact cause of idiopathic dilatation of the pulmonary artery is not well understood
    • may be some genetic factors involved,
    • as the condition can sometimes run in families.
    • enlargement can be progressive.
  • CXR Enlarged Pulmonary Artery
    Ashley Davidoff
    TheCommonVein.net