What is another word for Cor Pulmonale?
Pronunciation: [kˈɔː pˈʌlmənˌe͡ɪl] (IPA) 
Cor Pulmonale is a medical term used to describe a condition where the right side of the heart becomes enlarged due to increased pressure in the lungs. This condition is often caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pulmonary embolism, or other lung disorders. There are a few synonyms for Cor Pulmonale, including pulmonary heart disease, right heart failure, and pulmonary hypertension. Pulmonary heart disease refers to the damage that occurs in the heart due to pressure build-up in the lungs. Right heart failure, on the other hand, describes the inability of the heart to pump enough blood to the lungs to prevent pressure build-up. Pulmonary hypertension refers to elevated blood pressure in the lungs.
