Abstract
Return of oxgenated blood from the placenta, via umbilical vein, left portal vein, and ductus venosus to the right atrium (80%, with remaining 20% going through liver sinusoids). Mixing with de-oxygenated blood from SVC, which tends to be streamed to right ventricle and pulmonary artery. Two natural shunt mechanisms avoid futile pulmonary circulation.
Keywords
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Preterm Infant Rubella Virus High Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation Intermittent Positive Pressure Ventilation
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Further Reading
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