Which factors contribute to maintaining a patent ductus arteriosus during fetal life?
I.large amounts of fetal hemoglobin
II.low PaO₂
III.presence of LDH
IV.presence of prostaglandins

Question

Which factors contribute to maintaining a patent ductus arteriosus during fetal life? I.large amounts of fetal hemoglobin II.low PaO₂ III.presence of LDH IV.presence of prostaglandins

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Low PaO2 and presence of prostaglandins are known factors that contribute to maintaining a patent ductus arteriosus during fetal life. Large amounts of fetal hemoglobin and the presence of LDH are not directly associated with maintenance of the ductus arteriosus.

Which Factors Contribute to Maintaining a Patent Ductus Arteriosus During