Patent Ductus Arteriosus Device Closure with AMPLATZER Duct Occluder-II in a Low Birth Weight Preterm Neonate- First Experience in Pakistan

We report a successful closure of large patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in low-birth weight preterm neonate using an ADO IIdevice for the first time AFIC/NIHD Rawalpindi. A hemodynamically significant PDA carries anincreased risk morbidity, including chronic lung disease, necrotizing enterocolitis and renal impairment. After failure ofmedical therapy, successful, timely safe transcatheter appropriate equipment is milestone inmanaging neonates.