The value of peripheral perfusion index measurements for early detection of critical cardiac defects

Background: Approximately 25% of congenital heart diseases (CHD) are estimated to be critical and require an intervention. In this study, we aimed to investigate the additional value of peripheral perfusion index (PPI) measurements to pulse oximetry screening for critical CHD (CCHD). Methods: Infant...

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Main Authors: Ozgun Uygur, Ozge Altun Koroglu, Erturk Levent, Merve Tosyali, Mete Akisu, Mehmet Yalaz, Nilgun Kultursay
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2019-02-01
Series:Pediatrics and Neonatology
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1875957217303820