Can't seem to find the answer to these questions... this is atwo part question and would love an explanation for both. Thanks inadvance!
The ductus arteriosus and the ductus venosus are two key vesselsin the fetal circulation that are absent in the adult circulation.What are their functions in the fetus? Why are they necessary? Atbirth, the fetal circulation is transformed instantaneously intothe adult circulation with practically no transition. How is thismarvelous process possible?