Cor pulmonale
MONDO:0004596Hypertrophy and dilation of the right ventricle of the heart that is caused by pulmonary hypertension. This condition is often associated with pulmonary parenchymal or vascular diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and pulmonary embolism.
Also known as: cor pulmonale, pulmonary heart disease, disease, pulmonary heart, diseases, pulmonary heart, heart disease, pulmonary, heart diseases, pulmonary, pulmonary heart diseases
47 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Heart drug study halted early: limited data on right heart changes
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at whether the drug riociguat could improve right heart size and function in people with two types of pulmonary hypertension (PAH and CTEPH). It planned to enroll 30 adults, but was terminated early, so results are limited. The goal was to use echocardiograms to…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Heidelberg University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Early-Stage lung blood pressure drug trial halted
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested the drug riociguat in people with early pulmonary vascular disease, a condition where blood vessels in the lungs narrow, making the heart work harder. The trial included 35 adults with connective tissue disease or an inherited form. Participants received either …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Heidelberg University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC