June 7, 2026, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Learning Objectives:
After attending this session, participants will be able to:
After attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the pathophysiology and clinical implications of pulmonary hypertension in surgical patients and apply evidence-based strategies for preoperative optimization.
- Develop intraoperative anesthetic plans that protect RV function, avoid increases in pulmonary vascular resistance, and respond effectively to acute RV decompensation.
- Implement postoperative monitoring and rescue strategies to prevent deterioration and support recovery, including escalation pathways to ICU or advanced therapies.
