The influence of inhaled nitric oxide on cerebral blood flow and metabolism in a child with traumatic brain injury

Anesth Analg. 2001 Aug;93(2):351-3 , 3rd contents page. doi: 10.1097/00000539-200108000-00023.

Abstract

The effects of inhaled nitric oxide (INO) on cerebrovascular hemodynamics are not well established. We report no adverse cerebral effects with INO therapy in a child with traumatic brain injury.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Administration, Inhalation
  • Brain / metabolism*
  • Brain Injuries / metabolism*
  • Cerebrovascular Circulation / drug effects*
  • Child
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Intracranial Pressure / drug effects
  • Nitric Oxide / administration & dosage
  • Nitric Oxide / pharmacology*
  • Vascular Resistance / drug effects

Substances

  • Nitric Oxide