Tetrology of Fallot
The combination of a ventricular septal defect with pulmonary stenosis and with righ ventricular hypertrophy is termed "Tetralogy of Fallot". Blood flow to the lungs is obstructed and diverted through the VSD to the aorta. Blood flow to the lungs is reduced and the child appears 'Blue' (cyanosed).
The combination of a ventricular septal defect with pulmonary stenosis and with righ ventricular hypertrophy is termed "Tetralogy of Fallot". Blood flow to the lungs is obstructed and diverted through the VSD to the aorta. Blood flow to the lungs is reduced and the child appears 'Blue' (cyanosed).