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Question 5#

The treatment of choice for recurrent COA (after surgical repair) in a preschool-aged child:

A. Resection and primary anastomosis
B. Resection with interposition graft
C. Balloon dilatation alone
D. Balloon dilatation with stenting

Correct Answer is C

Comment:

Children younger than 6 months with native COA should be treated with surgical repair, while those requiring intervention at later ages may be ideal candidates for balloon dilatation or primary stent implantation. Additionally, catheter-based therapy should be employed for those cases of restenosis following either surgical or primary endovascular management.