Ductal Stenting Versus Aorto-Pulmonary Shunt for Lesions with Duct-Dependent Pulmonary Blood Flow: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Key Points

• Ductal stenting shows improved outcomes in duct-dependent pulmonary blood flow compared to aorto-pulmonary shunt.
• The analysis revealed significant differences in survival rates and recovery metrics between the two interventions.
• This systematic review encompassed multiple studies assessing ductal stenting against aorto-pulmonary shunts for lesions.
• These findings highlight the potential superiority of ductal stenting, suggesting a shift in clinical practice guidelines.