Pediatrics & Therapeutics
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Abstract

Sildenafil in Use for Treatment of Pulmonary Hypertension in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: Short Literature Review

Andreas Fette*

Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) is a complex malformation in the newborn baby. The management, either surgical or non-surgical is an ongoing challenge. Especially in regard to the question how to treat the concomitant pulmonary hypertension best. Here sildenafil, more commonly known in the public as Viagra® and for the treatment of erectile dysfunction seems to have beneficial effects in pulmonary hypertension treatment of CDH patients as well. Thus, this short review aims to evaluate the actual literature for current evidence and practical application.