Abstract
The acid-base balance and gas-exchange mechanisms and their correlation with the pathologic findings in the lungs of children with diaphragmatic hernia determines prognostic and therapeutic criteria. The existence of a severe respiratory acidosis that does not improve after positive-pressure mechanical ventilation and the existence of a high degree of arteriovenous shunting are bad prognostic signs. The initial laboratory data and their modification after intensive mechanical ventilation are useful in establishing prognosis and in guiding therapy. © 1974.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 49-57 |
Journal | Journal of Pediatric Surgery |
Volume | 9 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 1974 |