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A haemodynamically significant patent ductus arteriosus (hsPDA) contributes significantly to mortality and morbidity in infants born earlier than 28 weeks’ gestation. Intravenous ibuprofen is the only licensed medication for medical management of patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in the UK. It has its own side effects. There is emerging evidence to suggest that paracetamol may be a safer substitute to ibuprofen.
We carried out a national telephone survey to ascertain the majority response on off-label use of paracetamol and explore areas of possible research in its use for managing hsPDA. The survey was conducted across 63 level 3 neonatal intensive care units …
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Contributors The project was conceived by AM. AG and AM prepared the questionnaire. Data were collected by VJ and coordinated by AM. Data were analysed by AM, AG and VJ. Write-up and critical analysis were done by AM and AG. All authors read and approved the final manuscript.
Funding The authors have not declared a specific grant for this research from any funding agency in the public, commercial or not-for-profit sectors.
Competing interests None declared.
Patient consent for publication Not required.
Provenance and peer review Not commissioned; internally peer reviewed.