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[Aerosolized iloprost therapy for pulmonary hypertensive crisis in 4 patients with idiopathic pulmonary arterial hypertension].
Zhonghua Xin Xue Guan Bing Za Zhi
October 2012
The Affiliated Tongren Hospital of the Capital Medical University, Beijing, China.
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of aerosolized iloprost in treating patients experiencing a pulmonary hypertensive crisis.
- Four patients with idiopathic pulmonary arterial hypertension received treatment, and results showed a significant decrease in systolic pulmonary arterial pressure (sPAP) and improved oxygen saturation levels.
- While the treatment was effective, some patients experienced adverse events like nausea and diarrhea, leading to treatment discontinuation in one case due to severe side effects.