Ultrasound evaluation of persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn

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Persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) is an urgent problem in neonatology and one of the leading causes of neonatal morbidity. PPHN is currently the most common cause of transient PH. PPHN usually occurs immediately after birth, persists during the first week of life, or later, depending on the degree of prematurity and immaturity of the newborn's lungs. Neonates with PPHN are at high risk for severe respiratory failure and asphyxia and its complications. Ultrasound examination of the heart is the primary method for diagnosing PPHN and is crucial for targeted treatment. Despite the existing ultrasound indicators, none of them is the final prognostic criterion for assessing PH; therefore, it is recommended that a newborn always undergo a comprehensive ultrasound of the heart, considering the specific features of the neonatal period.

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Alla A. Tarasova

Russian Medical Academy of Continuous Professional Education

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D. Sci. (Med.), Prof.

Russian Federation, Moscow

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