Novel Method of Calculating Pulse Pressure Variation to Predict Fluid Responsiveness to Transfusion in Very Low Birth Weight Infants.

Foughty, Zachary C; Tavaslioglu, Onur; Rhee, Christopher J; Elizondo, Leah I; Rusin, Craig G; Penny, Daniel J; Acosta, Sebastian; Rios, Danielle R · J Pediatr · 2021

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Abstract

A novel technique was used to calculate pulse pressure variation. The algorithm reliably predicted fluid responsiveness to transfusion, with a receiver operating characteristic area under the curve of 0.89. This technique may assist clinicians in the management of fluids and vasoactive medications for premature infants.

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