Patent Ductus Arteriosus Flashcards
1
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Symptoms of PDA
A
SOB, difficulty feeding, lower RTI, poor weight gain, murmur in more significant disease but can be asymptomatic until adulthood where there are features of HF
2
Q
What is PDA
A
Ductus arteriosus remains open connecting pulmonary artery to aorta
3
Q
What population are PDAs high in
A
Premature babies
4
Q
When does the PDA usually close
A
Closes soon after birth
5
Q
Management of PDA
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NSAIDs (prostaglandin synthesis blocker), some will need transcatheter or surgical closure as after 1 year it is unikely it will close
6
Q
When is management required for PDAs
A
Only if the baby is symptomatic
7
Q
Murmur in PDA
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Crescendo-decrescendo during second heart sound - machine whiring
