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Donna M. Santer, M.D., Michael P. D'Alessandro, M.D.
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The left pulmonary artery (LPA) originates from the right pulmonary artery (RPA) and lies posterior to the trachea creating a vascular ring also known as a pulmonary sling. This can result in tracheomalacia.
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