Truncus arteriosus

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012333",
  "term": "Truncus arteriosus",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A single large arterial trunk that arises from both ventricles of the heart in the developing fetus, failing to divide into the aorta and pulmonary artery. This congenital heart defect results in mixed blood flow to the body and lungs. Surgical correction is typically required shortly after birth.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "aorta",
    "fetus",
    "pulmonary artery"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 816 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/truncus-arteriosus/"
}