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Patent Ductus Arteriosus | Willows UK | West Midlands

Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is a congenital heart condition that affects newborns, especially those born prematurely. Here's a breakdown of what it means and how it impacts infants: *🫀 What Is PDA?* - *Ductus arteriosus* is a normal fetal blood vessel that connects the aorta and pulmonary artery. - It allows blood to bypass the lungs before birth, since oxygen comes from the placenta. - After birth, this vessel is supposed to close within a few days. If it remains open, it's called a *patent