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Spontaneous thrombosis of the ductus arteriosus
Andreia Gomes Pereira1, Ana Teixeira, Fernando Maymone Martins
1Serviço de Pediatria, Hospital de Faro, EPE, Faro, Portugal. andgpereira@gmail.com
Introduction:
Spontaneous thrombus in the ductus arteriosus (DA) is a rare condition that can be the cause of potentially fatal thromboembolism.
Methods And Results:
The case of a male newborn with a thrombus in the DA is described. He was treated with anticoagulation and antiplatelet therapy. Transthoracic echocardiography documented regression of the thrombus.
Discussion:
The incidence, complications and management of this condition, which may occur in association with a DA aneurysm, are discussed.
Conclusion:
An initial medical approach, with anticoagulation and antiplatelet medication, may provide good outcomes, avoiding surgical procedures.
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