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The goal of treatment, if the rest of circulation is normal or close to normal, is to close the PDA. In the presence of certain other heart problems, such as hypoplastic left heart syndrome, the PDA may actually be lifesaving. Sometimes, a PDA may close on its own. Premature bab...[read article]
Tests for Patent Ductus Arteriosus
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An echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to create a moving picture of the heart. The picture is much more detailed than a plain x-ray image and involves n... More
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A computed tomography (CT) scan is an imaging method that uses x-rays to create cross-sectional pictures of the body. See also: Cranial CT scan; Lumbosacral sp... More
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An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that records the electrical activity of the heart. See also: Holter monitoring; Stress test. More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex... More
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A chest x-ray is an x-ray of the chest, lungs, heart, large arteries, ribs, and diaphragm. More
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Ultrasound involves the use of high-frequency sound waves to create images of organs and systems within the body. More
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Surgical Procedures for Patent Ductus Arteriosus
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Ligation of Patent Ductus Arteriosus
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Transarterial Coil Embolization
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Prescribed Medications for Patent Ductus Arteriosus
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