Guideline
Turkish Neonatal Society guideline on the management of patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants.
- Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
- Cardiovascular
- Medical
- Patent ductus arteriosus
This guideline is from 2018, more than five years ago. Check whether a newer version exists and which version your unit follows.
Summary
National guideline from the Turkish Neonatal Society on the diagnosis and management of patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants. It discusses why ductal closure is problematic in preterm babies, the association of PDA with adverse outcomes, and the observation that treatment has not reduced outcomes such as bronchopulmonary dysplasia. It weighs the risks and limitations of treatment modalities and aims to standardise practice by combining current evidence with national resources.
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