Inhaled Nitric Oxide in Pulmonary Embolism

Summary

The purpose of the study is to determine if inhaled nitric oxide, a potent and selective pulmonary vasodilator, is beneficial in patients with acute pulmonary embolism causing increased right ventricular afterload.

Timeline

Start

2005-03

Primary completion

2009-07

Completion

2009-12

Publications

• Background Capellier G, Jacques T, Balvay P, Blasco G, Belle E, Barale F. Inhaled nitric oxide in patients with pulmonary embolism. Intensive Care Med. 1997 Oct;23(10):1089-92. doi: 10.1007/s001340050461.

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