Are situs inversus patients more likely to have any other health conditions?

Situs Inversus: Is a reversal of the ”sidedness” of the abdominal organs, and sometimes has implications on the heart and lungs. Many patients can have associated congenital heart disease, and many have an absent or dysfunctional spleen. This can lead to susceptibility to infections. Also, the gut can be rotated abnormally, which can cause intestinal obstruction. These problems should be screened for by your md.

Yes and no: Situs inversus totalis is a mirror image of organ orientation. Some people with situs may have kartageners syndrome which does affect one mucous production and resistance to infection. Partial situs may predispose one to malrotation.