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The Effects of Inhaled Nitric Oxide on Patient Morbidity and Length of Hospital Stay Following Fontan Operation
Pleural effusions continue to be a post-operative complication seen after Fontan operation. This study will examine the use inhaled nitric oxide (iNO) given for 54 hours after Fontan operation to improve fluid balance. The study hypothesis is that inhaled nitric oxide after Fontan operation will improve fluid balance, thus decreasing the incidence of pleural effusions and shortening hospital stay.
Details
| Lead sponsor | Ellen Spurrier |
|---|---|
| Phase | Phase 2/Phase 3 |
| Status | COMPLETED |
| Enrolment | 21 |
| Start date | 2008-02 |
| Completion | 2011-12 |
Conditions
- Congenital Heart Defect
Interventions
- inhaled nitric oxide (iNO)
Primary outcomes
- Length of Hospital Stay Following Fontan — until hospital discharge
Countries
United States