Abstract:Introduction: Failure or delay in spontaneous closure of ductus arteriosus is commonly seen among very low birth weight and very preterm neonates (<32 weeks), results in patent ductus arteriosus (PDA). Hemodynamically significant PDA (hs-PDA) is associated with significant morbidity and mortality if not timely intervened. At present, treatment modalities for hs- PDA remain pharmacological with nonspecific cyclo-oxygenase inhibitors such as ibuprofen/indomethacin or surgical ligation whenever pharmacological… Show more
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