ductus arteriosus
Definition
noun. a blood vessel in a fetus connecting the pulmonary artery to the aorta.
Example Sentence
The ductus arteriosus normally closes after birth.
More Example Sentences
Doctors check the ductus arteriosus in newborns.
Synonyms
fetal blood vessel; ductus; fetal connection
Antonyms
toe nail
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ductus arteriosus
