Reverse Potts for the Treatment of Severe Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension in Children
Rev. bras. cir. cardiovasc
; 38(4): e20220320, 2023. tab, graf
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ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT Idiopathic pulmonary arterial hypertension is a rare and progressive disease with poor prognosis. Many patients progressively worsen even when using combinations of specific drugs for its treatment. Herein, we present our experience in the management of three children with severe pulmonary arterial hypertension refractory to clinical treatment who underwent Potts surgery in addition to clinical treatment.
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Rev. bras. cir. cardiovasc
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CARDIOLOGIA
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2023
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