Pulmonary Hypertension and Selective Pulmonary Vasodilators in Acute Lung Injury

Autor: Blythe, D., Van Heerden, P. V., Power, B. M.
Zdroj: Anaesthesia and Intensive Care; February 1998, Vol. 26 Issue: 1 p26-39, 14p
Abstrakt: The pulmonary circulation and the mechanisms which generate pulmonary hypertension are reviewed. The role of these mechanisms in the common pulmonary hypertensive states are analysed, particularly those in acute lung injury. Management options are discussed, with particular emphasis on the use of selective pulmonary vasodilators.
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