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It is evident that a diversity of opinion and practice patterns exist around the diagnosis and treatment of PDA. Though rapid and accurate diagnosis can lead to optimized treatment results and minimized complications, diagnosis is often delayed for a variety of reasons. Treatment is often based more on institutional practice than individual patient condition and risk factors. This activity will look at factors to be considered in choosing optimal treatment protocols for low birth weight infants with PDAs.

In this on-demand webcast, the expert faculty will review key epidemiologic issues with PDA; examine clinical issues involved with the early diagnosis and treatment of this condition; discuss the benefits and risks of surgical and medical therapies; compare drug treatments; and evaluate practical issues including timing of treatment, dosing, and impact upon feeding issues.

The convenient webcast format of this program provides an opportunity for neonatologists, pediatricians, nurses, pharmacists and other health care professionals involved in the care of preterm infants to update their knowledge and learn about promising new alternatives to treating PDA based on their individual needs and schedules.