When 'blue babies' grow up: What you need to know about tetralogy of Fallot.
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Most babies born with tetralogy of Fallot undergo corrective surgery and survive to adulthood. However, as they get older they are prone to a number of long-term problems, and they often do not receive expert-level follow-up care. This review of the adult complications of tetralogy of Fallot should help primary care practitioners identify these patients, make appropriate and timely referrals, and educate patients and their families.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine
دوره 77 11 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2010