How is Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN) diagnosed and managed?
PPHN is a serious condition where the newborn's circulation continues to bypass the lungs, leading to insufficient oxygenation. Diagnosis is made using echocardiography to evaluate heart function and blood flow. Management often involves the use of inhaled nitric oxide, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), and medications to relax blood vessels in the lungs.
