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11 Treatments for Tetralogy of Fallot

8

Tests

3	Surgical Procedures

Overview

Correction of the defects is done through open heart surgery. Surgery must be carefully timed with attention to the progression of the disease process, the size of the infant, Tetralogy of Fallot is a common syndrome of congenital heart defects. This condition, present in utero,...[read article]

Tests for Tetralogy of Fallot

1. Cardiac Echo An echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to produce live images of your heart, allowing your doctor to monitor how your heart and its valves are functionin... More
2. Chest X-Ray An X-ray is an imaging test that uses small amounts of radiation to produce pictures of the organs, tissues, and bones of the body. When focused on the chest, it ca... More
3. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
4. Electrocardiogram (EKG) An electrocardiogram (also known as an ECG or EKG) is a simple, painless test that measures your heart's electrical activity. Every heartbeat is triggered by a... More
5. Coronary Angiography A coronary angiography is a test to find out if you have a blockage in a coronary artery. Your doctor will be concerned that you are at risk of a heart attack if yo... More
6. Pulse Oximetry The pulse oximeter is a photoelectric instrument for measuring oxygen saturation of the blood . A pulse oximeter uses infrared light and a photo sensor to detect th... More
7. Cardiac Catheterization Cardiac catheterization is a medical procedure that cardiologists (heart specialists) use to evaluate heart function and diagnose cardiovascular conditions. During ... More
8. Angiography An arteriogram is a procedure that produces an image of your arteries. Your doctor will use dye (called contrast material) and X-rays to observe the flow of blood t... More
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Surgical Procedures for Tetralogy of Fallot

1. Blalock-Taussig Operation
2. Surgical Closure of Defect with Patch
3. Open Heart Surgery Open heart surgery is any type of surgery where the chest is cut open and surgery is performed on the muscles, valves, or arteries of the heart. According to the Na... More
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