Overview of Fetal Circulation

The video explains fetal circulation, highlighting the role of the placenta in exchanging oxygen and nutrients between the mother and fetus. It describes how the umbilical vein and arteries function, and the importance of bypassing the liver and lungs through the ductus venosus and foramen ovale. The video also covers the ductus arteriosus, which connects the pulmonary trunk to the aorta, allowing blood to bypass the lungs. Finally, it discusses systemic circulation and the role of mixed blood in supplying oxygen to fetal tissues.

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