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Purpose : We performed this study to evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of dexamethasone in preventing laryngeal edema following exubation.
Methods : We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of 100 neonates who underwent endotracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation. Subjects were divided into two groups; dexamethasone treated(60 cases, dexamethasone group) and non-treated(40 cases, control group). We examined the underlying diseases of... |
