학술논문

An Update on Patent Ductus Arteriosus and What is Coming Next
Document Type
article
Source
Turkish Archives of Pediatrics. 57(2)
Subject
Paediatrics
Biomedical and Clinical Sciences
Infant Mortality
Cardiovascular
Pediatric
Preterm
Low Birth Weight and Health of the Newborn
Perinatal Period - Conditions Originating in Perinatal Period
patent ductus arteriosus
preterm
conservative
medical
surgical
treatment
Language
Abstract
Patent ductus arteriosus is the most common cardiovascular condition in preterm infants. There is a significant uncertainty about when and how to close ductus arteriosus in preterm infants due to a high spontaneous closure rate even in very immature preterm infants. Diagnosis and management of patent ductus arteriosus remain a challenge for both neonatologists and pediatric cardiologists. Researchers have tried to define a balance between an expectant approach and active treatment in selected infants. This review aimed to focus on the pathophysiology and management of patent ductus arteriosus and to make suggestions about approaches that might eliminate the association of morbidities with patent ductus arteriosus.