Utility of Follow-Up Echocardiograms in Uncomplicated PDA Device Closures Performed After Infancy.

Rachel ReoErin Van PeltCasey LovelaceAnne EshelmanBrian BeckmanJoanne ChisolmBrian BoeCarl BackesClifford L Cua

Published in: Cardiology and therapy (2022)

In patients who underwent an uncomplicated PDA closure after infancy, TTE parameters improved or stayed within normal limits on the most recent TTE. Repeat lifetime TTEs after 1-year post-device placement in this population may not necessarily be needed if there are no clinical concerns.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
urinary tract infection
peritoneal dialysis
patient reported outcomes