Definitions
Tetralogy of Fallot
Overview
Tetralogy of Fallot defects cause oxygen-poor blood to flow out of the heart and into the rest of the body. Risk factors include a viral illness, such as rubella (German measles), during pregnancy, maternal alcoholism, or a family history of the condition.
Symptoms
Symptoms include blue-tinged skin and shortness of breath.
Treatments
Surgery is typically performed the first year of life, followed by ongoing care.