Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) in Neonates: Diagnosis, Echo Clues & NICU Management

Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) is one of the common cardiovascular problems in newborns, especially premature babies in the NICU. In this video, we explain what PDA is, why it remains open after birth, how it affects neonatal circulation, and how to recognize a hemodynamically significant PDA. We will discuss the clinical signs of PDA, risk factors, murmur findings, respiratory effects, feeding intolerance, widened pulse pressure, and the role of echocardiography in diagnosis. The video also covers practical NICU management, including conservative care, fluid strategy, medical treatment, and when surgical or catheter closure may be considered. This video is designed for neonatologists, pediatricians, NICU doctors, nurses, residents, and healthcare providers caring for newborn babies. Topics covered: Patent Ductus Arteriosus, PDA in neonates, PDA in premature babies, neonatal heart disease, neonatal echo, hemodynamically significant PDA, PDA murmur, NICU management, neonatal circulation, ductus arteriosus closure. Disclaimer: This video is for medical education only and does not replace local protocols, senior clinical judgment, or pediatric cardiology consultation. Hashtags: #PatentDuctusArteriosus #NeonatalPDA #PDA #NICU #Neonatology #PrematureBaby #NeonatalEcho #Pediatrics #NewbornCare #PediatricCardiology