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Global, regional and national trends in the burden of persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn and essentials of its management from 1993 to 2023: a scoping review

Huang Y, Yang T, Liang X, Chen Y, Zhou P, Yu Z, Zhong G, Zhang L

Frontiers in pediatrics, 2025

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Abstract

Background: Persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) is a frequent neonatal emergency in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), representing a challenging condition that has not been extensively studied. PPHNremains associated with a high mortality and morbidity.

Objective: This scoping review was undertaken to provide a global overview of several key aspects: (1) the prevalence/incidence and etiologies of PPHN, (2) the mortality rate linked to PPHN during hospitalization and the primary causes of such mortality, (3) the risk factors related to PPHN, and (4) the approaches to managing PPHN. The aim of this scoping review was not to assess the methodological soundness of the identified studies, but instead to deliver a broad, comprehensive perspective on PPHN, identify gaps within the current literature, and outline potential avenues for future research. The results are anticipated to assist in developing public health strategies aimed at reducing the morbidity and mortality tied to PPHN globally.

Methods: We conducted a digital search in MEDLINE and the Cochrane Library, from January 1, 1993 to December 31, 2023.We incorporated observational studies, interventional studies, and reviews that provided adequate data on the incidence/prevalence, mortality rates, predictors, etiological factors, diagnosis, and management of PPHN among the general neonatal population (age 0-28 days old). This procedure followed the guidelines set by the Preferred Reporting Items…

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