All of the following statements about Patent Ductus Aeriosus (PDA) are true, except:

A. It is more common in males than females

B. It is a common hea lesion in rubella

C. Treatment is closure of defect by ligation and division of ductus

D. Hypoxia and immaturity are impoant in maintaining the patency

Correct Answer: It is more common in males than females

Description: Patent Ductus Aeriosus is more common in females than males. Ref: Harrison 17th Edition, Page 1461; O P Ghai 6th Edition, Page 406; Nelson 18th Edition, Page 1859, 1879, 1891

Category: Pediatrics

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