Orthopnea can be defined as dyspnea that develops in the recumbent position and is relieved by elevation of the head with pillows. In the recumbent position, there is reduced pooling of fluid in ...

THE pulmonary circulation is of paramount importance in failure of the heart. The presence of dyspnea, orthopnea and hemoptysis and a diminution in vital capacity imply a profound change in the ...

Information about orthopnea was available for all patients at baseline and for 143 patients at a 6-month to 1-year follow-up. A yes/no format standardized form collected the history of orthopnea.