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Persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn Flashcards

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define PPHN

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lung vascular resistance fails to fall after birth as the ductus arteriosus remains patent

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presentation of PPHN

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blue baby
SOB
continuous machine-like heart murmur

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diagnosis of PPHN

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pre and post ductal oxygen saturation

CXR, echocardiogram, ECG

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management of PPHN

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  • ventilation and oxygenation
  • inhaled NO
  • ECLS (extracorporeal life support
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