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Kaouthar Hakim1, Rihab Benothman2, Nouha Mekki1
1Pediatric Cardiology Department, La Rabta University Hospital of Tunis, Tunis El Manar University, Tunis, Tunisia.
Background:
Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) is the most common cyanotic congenital heart disease. It is generally diagnosed and surgically repaired early in life, with good overall outcomes.
Case Presentation:
We report the case of a patient incidentally diagnosed with paucisymptomatic TOF at the age of 56 years old, during investigations for carbon monoxide poisoning. The patient had a history of thyroidectomy, arterial hypertension, and four uncomplicated vaginal deliveries.
Conclusions:
This case shows us that some patients with TOF can reach older ages without surgical correction. Late surgical repair should be meticulously decided on a case basis.
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