Q: Which doctor treats pulmonary atresia?
A: A pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon operates on pulmonary atresia.
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Q: How is Fallot’s tetralogy similar to pulmonary atresia with VSD?
A: In tetralogy of Fallot, the pulmonary valve (PV) forms, although the opening is narrow and blood has trouble flowing through it (pulmonary valve stenosis). Thus, pulmonary atresia with a VSD is similar to a very severe form of Fallot’s tetralogy.
Q: What is the prognosis in pulmonary atresia?
A: The outcome depends on the following
- Size of the pulmonary artery and its connections
- Functional status of the heart
- Presence of other heart valve problems
