Question 1

what causes the development of a ?single ventricle?

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Unknown: A single ventricle includes conditions such as hypoplastic left heart syndrome, tricuspid atresia, double-inlet left ventricle, and pulmonary atresia with intact septum.Honestly, it is not known why these defect occur.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: single ventricle?

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One ventricle: The normal heart has two ventricles--left and right not connected to each other.Single ventricle is a form of congenital heart disease where there is only one ventricle causing serious repercussions.

Question 3

what are the symptoms or consequences of a single ventricle?

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Blue color: Most single ventricle patients are going to be cyanotic.  That is blue in color because of the mixing of oxygenated blood from the lungs and non oxygenated blood in the single chamber.

Question 4

how early do you identify single ventricle in fetus?

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As early as 14 weeks: Single ventricle in the fetus can be seen by ultrasound as early as 14 weeks, depending on the skill of the fetal cardiologist performing the study. There are cases where it has been identified even earlier.

Question 5

what is the procedure done to correct a single ventricle?

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Multiple: Single ventricle cannot be corrected, but a more normal circulation of blood is accomplished through a series of surgeries (most commonly three separate operations). The first is performed shortly after birth; the second around six months of age and the third at a few years of age.

Question 6

how do doctors diagnose if my child has a single ventricle?

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Echocardiogram: If a heart defect is suspected then referral to a cardiologist and echocardiogram (ultrasound) of the hear would be the first step.

Question 7

1 weeks ultrasound done-detected with single ventricle problem, should i be concerned?

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Yes: The birth defect of a single ventricle or pumping chamber of the heart is a serious defect.It will generally require a surgical repair.The good news is that , altho the road ahead may be bumpy, the overall heart outlook is good, if that is the only defect. A prenatal consultation with a pediatric cardiologist is important.

Question 8

where can we go to get the best treatment for single ventricle heart defect?

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Many places: That is a difficult question to answer, because so many institutions do not report their results to the public. When deciding on this, one should ask the surgical team what their results are for a given condition. However, the results not only depend on the surgeon, but on the medical team, including nursing care, intensivists, respiratory therapists, and cardiologists.

Question 9

i was born with a single ventricle i have one tattoo already do you think i could get another one?

Accepted Answer

No Risk: Having a single ventricle and getting a tattoo should not be an issue. This condition does not put you at risk for more serious complications of tattoo application. Typical risks associated with tattoos include unclean needles with risk of transmission of infection, contact dermatitis, skin infection, etc. If you are concerned talk to your cardiologist about risk associated with your condition.

Question 10

please help docs! where can i get the best treatment for single ventricle heart defect?

Accepted Answer

Riley: In indiana, there is a highly respected children's hospital with a high quality congenital heart center in indianapolis.  Congenital heart centers are the typical homes for experts in the care of people with single ventricle.  The name of the hospital is riley children's hospital, associated with the university of indiana.

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