Yes: Definitely, some cases of tetralogy of fallot have a genetic component. For instance, in 22q deletion syndromes (digeorge syndrome) one of the common heart diseases is tetralogy of fallot and variants of tetralogy of fallot.
Answered 1/28/2015
4.6k views
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your question