This chapter of the Rwandan National Neonatal Protocol covers cardiology. Dr. Emmanuel Rusingiza discusses the diagnosis and management of patent ductus arteriosus in premature infants. By the end of this chapter, participants will be able to:
-Identify two presenting symptoms of a patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)
-Identify methods for non-pharmacologic support of an infant with PDA
-Identify methods for pharmacologic treatment of an infant with a PDA
Direct links to chapters:
0:44 Chapter 2: Overview
1:11 Chapter 3: Understanding Patent Ductus Arteriosus
7:11 Chapter 4: Case Studies
10:42 Chapter 5: Summary
Initial publication: June 7, 2019.
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