Abstract
Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is an abnormal communication between the aorta and the pulmonary artery. It occurs in 1 in 2,000 term births but it can be present in over 70% of infant born at or prior to 32 weeks. There is a female predominance.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Pediatric Surgery |
Subtitle of host publication | Diagnosis and Treatment |
Publisher | Springer International Publishing |
Pages | 423-428 |
Number of pages | 6 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9783319043401 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783319043395 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2014 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine