During
patent ductus arteriosus repair, a patent ductus arteriosus is closed off. In
order to access the arteries, a left thoracotomy or thoracoscopy is performed.
Also Known As:
Conditions
Treated with Patent Ductus Arteriosus Repair:
Patent
ductus arteriosus repair is performed in cases of patent ductus arteriosus, a
congenital defect that is characterized by a blood vessel located between the
aortic and pulmonary arteries that is not closed off, allowing oxygen-poor and
oxygen-rich blood to mix together.
Non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs are a non-surgical alternative to patent ductus
arteriosus repair. It is also possible for a patent ductus arteriosus to close
naturally. A surgical alternative to the procedure is patent ductus arteriosus
repair by percutaneous coil embolization.
Anesthesia with Patent
Ductus Arteriosus Repair:
Patent
ductus arteriosus repair is performed under general anesthesia, which means
that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential
Complications from Patent Ductus Arteriosus Repair:
Possible
risks following patent ductus arteriosus repair include scarring, infection,
bleeding, vagus nerve injury, residual patency and a negative reaction to the
anesthesia. It is also possible to experience a blocked pulmonary artery,
blocked aorta and torn ductus arteriosus.
Prognosis after Patent
Ductus Arteriosus Repair:
The
prognosis for a positive end result following patent ductus arteriosus repair
is good.
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