Coarctation of the Aorta

4 day old M presents with lethargy and poor feeding for 1 day. Found to be minimally responsive, hypothermic, tachycardic with significant blood pressure differential between right upper extremity and lower extremities.

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Coarctation of the Aorta Teaching Debrief Powerpoint

Critical Actions:

1. IV prostaglandins

2. Endotracheal intubation

3. Cardiogenic shock and hypotension management