What are the complications of dextrocardia?

What are the complications of dextrocardia?

Complications depend on the defects and syndromes you have along with dextrocardia. They vary widely based on the individual but can include:

  • Blocked intestines (in people who have intestinal malrotation).
  • Heart failure.
  • Infections (in people who don’t have a spleen).
  • Infertility (in people assigned male at birth who have Kartagener syndrome).
  • Recurrent sinus infections and pneumonia.
  • Respiratory failure.

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