FETAL
CIRCULATION
, INTRODUCTION
• Fetal circulation is a specialized system that
supports the developing fetus by circulating blood
through unique pathways.
• This system ensures oxygen and nutrients are
efficiently delivered via the placenta, bypassing the
lungs and liver, which are not fully functional
before birth.
• Understanding fetal circulation is essential for
comprehending fetal physiology and transitional
changes at birth.
CIRCULATION
, INTRODUCTION
• Fetal circulation is a specialized system that
supports the developing fetus by circulating blood
through unique pathways.
• This system ensures oxygen and nutrients are
efficiently delivered via the placenta, bypassing the
lungs and liver, which are not fully functional
before birth.
• Understanding fetal circulation is essential for
comprehending fetal physiology and transitional
changes at birth.