Aortic Valve Stenosis - in Newborns

In Newborns

In the new born, abnormalities of the left ventricle, the aortic valve or other heart and aortic abnomalities may lead the Ductus Ateriosus remaining open, or the Duct may remain open with no other abnormality. See Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Patent ductus arteriosus Then, and only then, in neonates, will the following advice be appropriate.

1.Stabilize with prostaglandin E1(PGE) infusion to maintain cardiac output through PDA. 2. Inotropic support as needed.

There is no medical treatment for aortic stenosis. Symptoms need assessment for surgery, severe symptoms may need urgent surgery. Meanwhile, dysrythmias or hypercholesterolaemia may need medical treatment.

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