PTE, a complex surgery also known as pulmonary endarterectomy (PEA), was developed at UC San Diego Health. If you're not a candidate for PTE surgery, our team also offers balloon pulmonary …

Learn about how to prepare for PTE surgery at UC San Diego Health, where to stay before and after your procedure, paying for expenses, and medication and oxygen.

We offer all types of available medical and surgical treatments, including pulmonary thromboendarterectomy (PTE) surgery, balloon pulmonary angioplasty (BPA), and pulmonary …

Discover the world-renowned CTEPH Program at UC San Diego Health. We offer expert diagnosis, PTE surgery, BPA, and compassionate care. Complete an inquiry form to find out which treatment is best …

UC San Diego Health is a worldwide leader in the treatment of chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) in several ways, including BPA, pulmonary endarterectomy (PTE) surgery …

Sep 26, 2024 · Until the development of procedures like PTE and BPA, the only treatment available for CTEPH was lung transplantation. Now, UC San Diego Health experts perform approximately 200 …

Our physicians pioneered the development of the pulmonary thromboendarterectomy (PTE), a lifesaving surgery to treat chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension. We continue to lead the way with …

Feb 7, 2019 · UC San Diego Health performed its 4,000th pulmonary thromboendarterectomy (PTE), a lifesaving surgery to clear the lung’s arteries of scar-like tissue that robs patients of their ability to …

We have a protocol before, during and after chest surgery that's intended to decrease complications and improve results. Your medical care includes state-of-the-art diagnosis, physical exams, imaging, …

Also called pulmonary endarterectomy (PEA), PTE surgery is a special heart-lung surgery to remove old blood clots. PTE surgery is the most effective treatment for CTEPH and can greatly improve …