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Transposition of Great arteries Flashcards

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What is Transposition of great arteries?

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In transposition of the great arteries, the aorta is connected to the right ventricle, and the pulmonary artery is connected to the left ventricle

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When does TOGA first present?

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  1. Presents within 12 hours with cyanosis as closure of duct leads to reduction of blood mixing and cyanosis
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Features of presentation?

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  1. Tachypnea
  2. Clear on auscultation
  3. Tachycardia
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Murmur in transposition of arteries

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No murmur

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Ix in Transposition of Arteries

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Chest radiograph

  • Increased pulmonary marking due to increased pulmonary vascular flow
  • Egg on side appearance of heart

CBG - acidotic + hypoxic

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Characteristic feature on Chest X ray?

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‘Egg on side’ appearance of heart

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