Idiopathic Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Causes
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Causes of Idiopathic Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
The cause of PPH is unknown. Several factors may contribute to the development of the disease, including:
- Immune system disease
- Exposure to certain drugs or chemicals
- Genetic defects
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