Truncus arteriosus
Truncus Arteriosus
Truncus arteriosus (pronounced: TRUNG-kus ar-teer-e-OH-sus) is a rare type of heart defect that a baby is born with (congenital heart defect).
Etymology
The term "truncus" is derived from Latin, meaning "trunk" or "main part". "Arteriosus" is derived from the Latin "arteria", meaning "windpipe" or "artery".
Definition
Truncus arteriosus is a condition where a single blood vessel (truncus) comes out of the heart, instead of the normal two vessels (the aorta and pulmonary artery). This single vessel then branches into blood vessels that lead to the lungs and the body.
Symptoms
Symptoms of truncus arteriosus may include blue skin (cyanosis), shortness of breath, poor feeding, excessive sweating, and fatigue.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of truncus arteriosus is typically made through echocardiography, a type of ultrasound test that uses sound waves to create detailed images of the heart's structure and function.
Treatment
Treatment for truncus arteriosus usually involves open-heart surgery to separate the single large vessel into two normal vessels.
Prognosis
With early diagnosis and treatment, the prognosis for children with truncus arteriosus is generally good. However, they will need lifelong medical follow-up to monitor their heart function.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Truncus arteriosus
- Wikipedia's article - Truncus arteriosus
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