Although most intracardiac defects are congenital, a small fraction may be acquired during life.The Gerbode defect is an abnormal anatomical connection between Baby Blanket the left ventricle and the right atrium.We describe herein a patient who initially underwent repair of tetralogy of Fallot (TOF).Years after TOF repair, he developed severe dyspnea.
Extensive evaluation revealed that he had Ringette - Equipment developed a Gerbode defect.Very few cases of acquired Gerbode defect have been previously reported.Management options are predominantly surgical interventions.