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Tetralogy of Fallot

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Tetralogy of Fallot Treatment

Surgery is required to treat Tetralogy of Fallot. The timing of the surgery is usually determined by the severity of the pulmonary stenosis. In most cases, a series of operations is required to correct the birth defect.

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Related Conditions

Congenital heart disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Pulmonary stenosis
Valvular heart disease
Ventricular septal defect

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Last Updated: Jan 29, 2009 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Tetralogy of Fallot References:

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