Key result
Simple ligation for persistent ductus arteriosus resulted in no recurrences among 50 operated cases.
Why the study?
Does surgical ligation prevent recurrence in patients with persistent ductus arteriosus?
Case Report (n=50)
Does surgical ligation prevent recurrence in patients with persistent ductus arteriosus?
Surgical ligation of persistent ductus arteriosus resulted in no recurrences in a series of 50 cases, though serious intraoperative events can occur.
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Hypothesis-generating for low recurrence after PDA ligation; prospective trials needed before practice change.
Lewis et al. (1953) conducted a case report in Persistent ductus arteriosus (n=50). Simple ligation was evaluated on Recurrences. Simple ligation for persistent ductus arteriosus resulted in no recurrences among 50 operated cases.
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