Do you get rib-nothing in pre-ductal coarctation as well?
Also, I understand that PDA along with pre-ductal coarctation produce early lower extremity cyanosis. Does the DA remain patent due to decreased backpressure in the systemic circuit? or does it eventually close?
Thanks
Also, I understand that PDA along with pre-ductal coarctation produce early lower extremity cyanosis. Does the DA remain patent due to decreased backpressure in the systemic circuit? or does it eventually close?
Thanks