tapvr Flashcards
1
Q
which type of tapvr is most likely to obstruct
A
infracardiac, the descending vertial vein connection to the systemic venous drainage
2
Q
what is unusual about the lymphatics, pulmonary artery and venous circulation in tapvr
A
lymphangiectasia and medial hypertrophy in PA and venous circulation
3
Q
what is a classic finding at cardiac cath for tapv
A
identical oxygen saturations in all chambers of the herat
4
Q
in supracardiac tapvr, what is one important mechanism of obstructions
A
the vertical ascending vein is stuck inbetween a large PA and left main bronchus
5
Q
what to do with asymptomatic tapvr
A
delay for several weeks until symptoms (most by 6 months of age)
