Abstract
This chapter covers the anatomy, etiologic factors, pathophysiology, natural history, clinical features, diagnosis, and management of patent ductus arteriosus (PDA). Surgical repair via left thoracotomy, median sternotomy, and minimally invasive techniques is also covered. special considerations regarding premature infants, children, and adults are listed. Percutaneous closure of PDA is covered in detail.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Pediatric Cardiac Surgery |
Publisher | wiley |
Pages | 225-233 |
Number of pages | 9 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781118320754 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781405196529 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2013 |
Keywords
- Left thoracotomy
- Median sternotomy
- Patent ductus arteriosus
- Pediatric
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Medicine(all)