3D Model of Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) is a heart condition in which the ductus arteriosus, a fetal blood vessel, remains open after birth. During fetal development, the ductus arteriosus connects the pulmonary artery to the aorta, allowing blood to bypass the non-functioning fetal lungs. After birth, this vessel usually closes as the lungs take over oxygenation. In PDA, however, it stays open, causing oxygen-rich blood from the aorta to mix with oxygen-poor blood in the pulmonary artery. This can lead to increased pressure in the lungs and strain on the heart, resulting in symptoms like breathing difficulties and poor growth. If left untreated, PDA may cause complications such as heart failure or pulmonary hypertension. You can explore this condition in detail using our 3D model of PDA to see how it impacts heart function.