Key Features
Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN) is a critical neonatal condition where the fetal pattern of high pulmonary artery pressure persists after birth, leading to insufficient blood flow to the lungs for oxygenation and causing hypoxemia and respiratory distress. It requires prompt recognition and aggressive management, often involving respiratory support and pulmonary vasodilators like iNO, to prevent multi-organ compromise.
