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Abstract
Two prostacyclins (prostaglandin E(1) and prostaglandin I(2)) are potent vasodilators. Aerosolized prostacyclins reduce pulmonary artery pressure, improve right heart function, and increase arterial oxygenation by improving ventilation/perfusion matching. This report describes aerosolized prostacyclins and compares them to inhaled nitric oxide. I review the types of inhalable prostacyclins and their indications, evidence of efficacy, delivery, and adverse effects.Entities:
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Year: 2004 PMID: 15165299
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Respir Care ISSN: 0020-1324 Impact factor: 2.258