Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the ductus arteriosus?
A
The foetal vessel that connects the aorta to the pulmonary artery. It allows blood flow to bypass the lungs where it is not needed until birth
2
Q
Common in cats of dogs?
A
Most common congenital defect in dogs
3
Q
What can Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) cause?
A
Causes left sided heart failure and death if not treated
4
Q
Clinical signs?
A
Loud machinery type heart murmur
Poor growth
5
Q
Treatment..
A
Closure of the vessel with surgery or implantation of a coil
Excellent prognosis with treatment
