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Ligation in adult persistent ductus arteriosus
A T Yilmaz1, F M Yorulmaz, O Y Oztürk
1Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Ankara, Turkey.
The Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery
|September 1, 1991
Summary
Surgical ligation is a safe and effective treatment for persistent ductus arteriosus in adults. This review of 71 adult patients found no early or late complications or mortality following the procedure.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Background:
- Persistent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is a congenital heart defect.
- Adults with PDA may present with varying symptoms and hemodynamic impact.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review surgical outcomes for adult patients with persistent ductus arteriosus.
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of surgical interventions for PDA in adults.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 71 adult patients undergoing surgery for PDA.
- Analysis of preoperative cardiac catheterization and operative findings.
- Comparison of surgical techniques: ligation versus division.
Main Results:
- Mean patient age was 24 years; 35% were asymptomatic.
- Average pulmonary artery systolic pressure was 50 +/- 22 mmHg.
- Ligation was performed in 91.5% of cases; division in 8.5%.
- No early or late complications or mortality were observed.
Conclusions:
- Surgical ligation is a simple, quick, and effective treatment for adult PDA.
- Surgical intervention for PDA in adults is associated with excellent outcomes.
- This study supports ligation as the preferred surgical method for adult PDA.