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Persistent truncus arteriosus epidemiology and demographics
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Epidemiology and Demographics
Epidemiology and Demographics
Prevalence
It represents 1-2% of congenital heart disease in newborns. It occurs in approximately 5-15 per 100000 live births
Gender
Slight male predominance is seen
References
References
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