Patent Ductus Arteriosus treatment in Cuauhtémoc

Patent ductus arteriosus is a congenital heart disease in which a vessel that should close shortly after birth remains open, which alters the normal circulation between the pulmonary artery and the aorta.

Common symptoms:

• Rapid breathing or fatigue while feeding in babies
• Slower growth than expected
• In some cases, a murmur that the doctor detects on listening

When should you see a doctor? It is advisable to evaluate it when a murmur is suspected or when the baby tires while feeding and does not gain weight as expected.

Which specialist treats it? The pediatric cardiologist is the point of reference for assessing this condition, along with the pediatrician who provides general follow-up. A timely review makes it possible to define the most suitable plan with the specialist.