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Tetralogy of Fallot
Alternate Names : TET, TOF
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Tetralogy of Fallot
Today's Top News Stories | • | FDA Backs Cholesterol Drug Vytorin - Jan 08, 2009, 17:00
Review says it lowered bad cholesterol more effectively than Zocor. | • | Common Flu Strain Resistant to Popular Antiviral Drug - Jan 08, 2009, 19:00
But other medications are available that work, CDC officials stress. | • | Many Turn Blind Eye to Racism - Jan 08, 2009, 17:00
They're not quick to condemn hurtful comments, study suggests. | • | Studies Challenge Framingham Risk Score - Jan 08, 2009, 19:00
The long-standing assessment for heart risk may not be accurate in some cases. | • | Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 8, 2009 - Jan 08, 2009, 10:12
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Tetralogy of Fallot is a birth defect of the heart consisting of four abnormalities that results in insufficiently oxygenated blood pumped to the body. It is classified as a cyanotic heart defect because the condition leads to cyanosis, a bluish-purple coloration to the skin, and shortness of breath due to low oxygen levels in the blood. Surgery to repair the defects in the heart is usually performed between 3 and 5 years old. In more severe forms, surgery may be indicated earlier. In most cases the heart can be surgically corrected and the outcome is good.
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- Heart, Section Through the Middle
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Cyanotic 'Tet Spell'
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• Definition
• Tetralogy of Fallot: Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Tetralogy of Fallot: Symptoms & Signs
• Tetralogy of Fallot: Prevention
• Tetralogy of Fallot: Diagnosis & Tests
• Tetralogy of Fallot: Treatment
• Tetralogy of Fallot: Prognosis
• Tetralogy of Fallot: Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
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• Aggravated By
• Agitation
• Breathing Difficulty
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• Fatigue
• Physical Examination
• Seizures
• Skin Discoloration - Bluish
• Stress and Anxiety
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