How is pulmonary hypertension evaluated by echocardiography?

• A. Use left atrial pressure measurement only.
• B. Estimate PASP from TR velocity and RAP, assess right heart size and function (RV size, TAPSE, RV systolic function), evaluate interventricular interactions and septal position, and assess pulmonary vascular resistance when possible.
• C. Only MRI can assess.
• D. Not possible to assess by echo.

Answer: (B)