Hypoplastic Left heart syndrome Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Hypoplastic Left heart syndrome defect
A
Severe hypoplasia of the left ventricle → unable to pump to systemic
circulation → decrease CO.
2
Q
Most common cause of Death as a result of Congenital cardiac defect ?
A
Hypoplastic Left heart syndrome
3
Q
Survival depends on
A
the presence of PDA + ASD
4
Q
Treatment:
A
1- Norwood procedure (neonatal period)
2- Glenn procedure(3-6 months )
3 – Fontan procedure (2-3 years)
