Recurrent cerebral abscess in tetralogy of Fallot
Abstract
Tetralogy of Fallot (TF) classically consistsof the combination of right ventricular
outflow obstruction (pulmonary stenosis),
ventricular septal defect (VSD), overriding
aorta, and right ventricular hypertrophy. The
degree of pulmonary stenosis and VSD determine the
variety of clinical manifestations.
This type of congenital heart disease accounts
for about 10% of all congenital cardiac deformities
and is the most common cyanotic lesion after the
first year of life. Cerebral abscess is a serious com-
plication in TF and is usually seen after the age of 2
years.
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Accepted 2016-10-03
Published 2016-10-10
