Table 1 The common clinical indications for hemodynamic assessment using neonatologist-performed echocardiography.

From: Hemodynamic assessment by neonatologist using echocardiography: Primary provider versus consultation model

Shock

Hypotension

Metabolic acidosis

Narrow pulse pressure

Low urine output

Escalation of cardiovascular medications

Cardiac arrest

Hypertension

Hypoxemic respiratory failure

Extremely preterm infant during transition

Clinical signs of patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)

Post-PDA ligation or transcatheter closure

Conditions associated with cardiovascular insufficiency (e.g. congenital diaphragmatic hernia)

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