Pharmacological closure of the patent ductus arteriosus
Pharmacological closure by indomethacin is customary if symptoms of PDA are not controlled adequately with fluid restriction and diuretics. Its use, however, requires a comprehensive clinical assessment of all the vital perinatal factors and a vigilant monitoring of the sick infant. Prophylactic use...
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Format: | Online |
Language: | English |
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Medknow Publications & Media Pvt Ltd
2003
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Online Access: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3232537/ |