Overview

The Best Treatment Strategy: Surgical vs Pharmacological to Close the Ductus Arteriosus Persistent in Preterm Infants

Status:
Unknown status

Trial end date:
2017-10-01

Target enrollment:

Participant gender:

Summary

The decision to treat patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants, varies from a conservative, medical or immediate surgical treatment; although, at present, there is some controversy about this decision. This study aims to determine the efficacy and safety of surgical versus pharmacological treatment of patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants.

Phase:

Phase 2

Details

Lead Sponsor:

Hospital General Naval de Alta Especialidad - Escuela Medico Naval

Treatments:

Acetaminophen
Indomethacin