Variable issue: Some will close spontaneously. If the kid is having difficulty progressing because of the defect, they can try a medication closure. If unsuccessful & still poor progress it can be surgically closed. If the kid resolves his/her respiratory problem and it continues well after discharge, an elective closure at a later date can be arranged. Each case differs & rx depends on those differences.
Answered 3/28/2013
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Depends: Depends on the size of the ductus and whether it is deemed hemodynamically significant per the cardiologist and neonatologist not all ductuses need treatment in preemies. If treatment is necessary then Indomethacin or IV Ibuprofen are the treatments of choice. If medical therapy with either of the above meds fails then surgical ligation may be indicated.
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