Recurrent cerebral abscess in tetralogy of Fallot

  • Wanty Sahli
  • J M Ch Pelupessy
Keywords: Recurrent cerebral abscess, tetralogy of Fallot

Abstract

Tetralogy of Fallot (TF) classically consists
of 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.

Author Biographies

Wanty Sahli
Department of Child Health, Medical School, Hasanuddin
University, Makassar, Indonesia.
J M Ch Pelupessy
Department of Child Health, Medical School, Hasanuddin
University, Makassar, Indonesia.

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Published
2016-10-10
How to Cite
1.
Sahli W, Pelupessy J. Recurrent cerebral abscess in tetralogy of Fallot. PI [Internet]. 10Oct.2016 [cited 16Nov.2024];44(5):206-. Available from: https://paediatricaindonesiana.org/index.php/paediatrica-indonesiana/article/view/779
Section
Case Report
Received 2016-10-03
Accepted 2016-10-03
Published 2016-10-10