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Gastrostomy and Tracheostomy After Complete Repair of Tetralogy of Fallot in Children With 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome

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Retrospective study of 4,800 children shows those with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome face significantly higher rates of gastrostomy (18% vs 5%) and tracheostomy (7% vs 1%) after tetralogy of Fallot repair. These data provide evidence-based counseling points for families considering surgical intervention.

Keywords

22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome Tetralogy Of Fallot Gastrostomy Tracheostomy Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Congenital Heart Disease Postoperative Complications

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#22q11Deletion #TetralogyOfFallot #PediatricCardiology #CongenitalHeartDisease

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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Gastrostomy and Tracheostomy After Complete Repair of Tetralogy of Fallot in Children With 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2020-11-29. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/3360

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