There are many causes of high pulmonary pressures. The most likely cause in your fathers case is his long standing heart valve problem. Nitric oxide lowers PA pressure but only lasts for a very short time. Flolan lasts for a longer time but must be given intravenously and is very expensive. I hope you find this information useful.
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