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Volume 357:1160-1161 September 13, 2007 Number 11
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Tetralogy of Fallot in a 78-Year-Old Man

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To the Editor: A 78-year-old man was admitted to our hospital after an episode of unexplained syncope. A systolic murmur had previously been detected, and there was a history of cyanosis in his youth, which had prevented him from participation in competitive sports. His daughter had undergone surgery for tetralogy of Fallot at the age of 15 years. However, the patient had not undergone formal cardiologic evaluation until this admission. His medical history included hypertension, gout, psoriasis, and suspected pulmonary tuberculosis. He had been able to lead an active life, and he reported having had no other cardiac symptoms. His . . . [Full Text of this Article]



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