Haemodynamically Significant PDA — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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HardNeonatologyHaemodynamically Significant PDARACP Paediatrics

Preterm infant at 25 weeks: large PDA with LA dilatation, reversed diastolic flow. Ibuprofen failed. Next step?

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Correct answer: D — Surgical ligation or percutaneous closure

Haemodynamically significant PDA failing medical closure requires definitive closure.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024 – Clinical Practice Guidelines: PDA