patent ductus arteriosus

Definitions of patent ductus arteriosus
  1. noun
    a ductus arteriosus that failed to close at birth; may require surgical correction
    see moresee less
    type of:
    ductus arteriosus
    a blood vessel in a fetus that bypasses pulmonary circulation by connecting the pulmonary artery directly to the ascending aorta; normally closes at birth
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘patent ductus arteriosus'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family