A patent ductus arteriosus means that the ________ did not close.

A. connection between the pulmonary trunk and the aorta
B. intraventricular septum
C. umbilical arteries and veins
D. connection between the inferior vena cava and the abdominal aorta
E. intraatrial septum


Answer: A

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