PAEDS CARDIOLOGY

Question 1

Four characteristic features of tetralogy of fallot

Answer 1

1. Ventricular septal defect
2. Right ventricular hypertrophy
3. Pulmonary stenosis
4. Overriding aorta (overriding the ventricular septum receiving blood from both ventricles)

Question 2

What are “TET Spells”

Answer 2

Seen in Tetralogy of fallot
Worsening of the Left —> right shunt during exertion/crying/agitation
Causing increased pulmonary resistance
—> Cyanotic episode (if severe can cause seizures or even death)