Tetralogy of Fallot treatment in Türkiye

What is tetralogy of Fallot?

Tetralogy of Fallot Treatment The main function of the heart is to pump blood through the rest of the body and this is what provides the body with nutrients and oxygen. And in the event of its malfunction, it loses its effectiveness in pumping blood to the organs, which leads to a decrease in the amount of oxygen that reaches the tissues of the body.

There are defects, problems or deformities that arise in the heart when a person is born and these defects are known as congenital heart defects. Tetralogy of Fallot ( TOF ) is a congenital heart defect that can be fatal if left untreated.

And the four heart defects associated with this quartet:

• A hole between the right and left ventricles is called a ventricular septal defect.
• Pulmonary artery stenosis.
• Right ventricular thickness.
• Diversion in the direction of the aorta which is above the VSD.

This condition causes the skin to turn bluish due to the lack of circulating oxygen.

What are the symptoms of tetralogy of Fallot?

Symptoms of tetralogy may appear at birth or shortly thereafter and include:

• The color of the skin is bluish
• Clubbing of the fingers or growths of skin and bone around the nails
• Eating problems
• Not gaining weight
• Developmental delays or problems
• Fainting

What are the causes and risk factors for tetralogy of Fallot?

The exact cause of this quadruple is not known, but there are several risk factors associated with this condition, including:

• Maternal alcoholism.
• diabetic.
• The age of the mother should be over 40.
• Poor prenatal nutrition.

Many of those affected suffer from other congenital disorders such as Down syndrome.

How is tetralogy of Fallot diagnosed?

Sometimes the doctor diagnoses the condition while the baby is still in the mother’s womb as the fetal ultrasound shows a heart defect. A doctor can also diagnose it shortly after birth if a murmur is heard during a heart examination or if the baby’s skin color is blue.

But in the event that the defects are not severe and obvious at the time, children are diagnosed in infancy, or the diagnosis may come later when a parent notices something abnormal or during a regular visit to the pediatrician.

Among the tests that can help diagnose tetralogy are:

• Chest X-ray and MRI to check for structural problems
• Echocardiogram to check for abnormal heart rhythms
• Blood oximetry
• Cardiac catheterization

What is quadruple therapy?

Treatment is surgical and usually takes place within the first few months of life and includes surgery to close the ventricular septal defect and widen the pulmonary valve. In the event that doctors are unable to perform a complete repair, a temporary repair is carried out until a full surgery can be performed.

If left untreated, this causes heart rhythm problems, developmental delays, and epileptic seizures. If the condition is never repaired, it causes death by the age of 20. But the doctor usually notices the condition early and performs surgery to correct the problem.

After the operation, the child will need to see a cardiologist for the rest of his life, where he will have regular check-ups.

Some people who have the surgery develop heart problems over time, which makes ongoing care important.

Tetralogy of Fallot treatment in Türkiye

Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death in most parts of the world. Studies in 2014 showed that these diseases were responsible for millions of deaths globally.

Türkiye is one of the leading countries in the field of cardiac surgery, as it was one of the few countries in the world that performs this type of complex surgery

At Rhabtork, we understand the importance of choosing the best specialists in cardiovascular surgery

So your health is in good hands!

Where doctors and cardiovascular surgeons in “Rhabtork” have long experience and multidisciplinary teams to provide the best treatment for patients.

How can I book for tetralogy of Fallot treatment in Türkiye?

• Free medical support on the phone: You will have a dedicated representative for your health condition who is always ready to answer your questions.
• Free consultation with a specialist doctor: Your medical representative will consult with a number of doctors and hospitals to find the best possible treatments.
• Free travel visa arrangement: We will contact the embassy in your country to assist you in obtaining a visa to visit Türkiye.
• Free itinerary planning: We will create a schedule for your medical trip to Türkiye.
• Free translation of documents and reports: We will translate medical documents and reports into Turkish on your behalf.
• Free support and monitoring: We will monitor the stages of treatment and be by your side every step of the way.
• Free instant translation: We will be with you during the treatment stages to provide translation between you and the medical team.
• Free accommodation and transportation coordination: We will book accommodation for you and your companions in Türkiye, along with transportation services.

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