What care does a person with dextrocardia need to take?

Question

I have dextrocardia. What are the steps that I need to keep in mind as I am a frequent traveller? What are the implications?

Expert Answer

Dr MS ValiathanJul 27, 2005

Former Vice-Chancellor,
Manipal Academy of Higher Education,
Manipal, Karnataka

Dextrocardia need not restrict your travel or activities provided it is not associated with other congenital anomalies of the heart, which can be readily ruled out by a cardiologist.

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