Ultrasound is a safe bedside imaging tool that obviates the use of ionizing radiation diagnostic procedures. Due to its convenience, the lung ultrasound has received increasing attention from neonatal physicians. Nevertheless, clear reference standards and guideline limits are needed for accurate application of this diagnostic modality. This document aims to summarize expert opinions and to provide precise guidance to help facilitate the use of the lung ultrasound in the diagnosis of neonatal lung diseases.
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Significant pressure overload in PAH-CHD patients and volume overload in TOF patients lead to a decreased systolic RV function, determined by TAPSE and magnetic resonance imaging and to increased RVEDVi values, determined by MRI, with time.
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