2025 Fellows Courses

PDA Device and Delivery System Selection

Presenter

Sara M. Trucco, M.D., FSCAI, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Sara M. Trucco, M.D., FSCAI, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Learning Objectives:
  1. Explain the anatomical variations and challenges associated with PDA closure.
  2. Learn the criteria for selecting the most appropriate device for challenging PDA closures, considering factors such as defect size, rim anatomy, and patient characteristics.
  3. Acquire skills in device selection, sizing, and deployment techniques to achieve successful PDA closure with minimal complications.