What’s heterotaxy?

Heterotaxy is a rare congenital heart defect that involves dextrocardia and abnormalities in the heart and spleen. It is divided into left and right atrial isomerism, with left being less severe. Surgical repairs may be needed, but right atrial isomerism is more difficult to treat and may require a heart transplant. Antibiotic prophylaxis is necessary […]

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