Abstract:Submit Manuscript | http://medcraveonline.com from clinical trials illustrates the importance of controlling the partial pressures of carbon dioxide (PCO 2 ) and oxygen (PO 2 ) in order to maximize neurodevelopmental outcomes and ameliorate secondary brain injury resulting from over ventilation and oxygenation.Carbon dioxide regulates cerebrovascular tone by inducing vasodilation and augmenting perfusion at high levels (hypercapnic) and vasoconstriction and diminishing perfusion during low levels (hypocapnic).… Show more
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