Presentation
Shortness of breath.
Patient Data
Age: 3 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Patent ductus arteriosus
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Cardiomegaly with an enlarged pulmonary outflow tract. Levocardia. No pulmonary plethora although the central vascular markings are prominent. No pleural effusions. Lungs are clear.
From the case:
Patent ductus arteriosus
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Sternotomy wires and clip in the region of the aortic arch. Cardiomegaly with prominent main pulmonary trunk.
Case Discussion
Patent ductus arteriosus is a congenital cardiac anomaly where there is persistent patency of the ductus arteriosus, a normal connection of the fetal circulation between the aorta and the pulmonary artery. It normally closes 24-48 hours after birth, and its persistence can lead to a left-to-right shunt.
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