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CHOC Health Topics: Surgery for Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Learn about the significance of patent ductus arteriosus surgery for infants and the benefits it provides with Dr. Richard Gates.

With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Gates serves as director of cardiothoracic surgery at the CHOC Heart Institute.

Richard Gates, MD

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