Managing Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Neonates

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This overview covers the physiology and hemodynamic effects of patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), including fetal ductal flow mechanisms and postnatal closure challenges in preterm infants. It discusses diagnosis through clinical signs and echocardiography, emphasizing individualized treatment based on shunt significance. Additionally, it addresses procedural management, highlighting transcatheter closure, surgical ligation, and the importance of supportive care and reassessment.