Vyshnavi was diagnosed just hours after birth (03/08/2008) with Tetralogy of Fallot, Pulmonary Atresia and VSD. Our 20 weeks scanning report said everything was perfect!!. They even mentioned that her heart looks great.

After the Initial diagnosis she was taken to Children's in Minneapolis, MN. On day 3 she was operated for a B-T Shunt. Luckily her recovery was on fast track and there were no issues after that. Her saturation is holding in the upper 70s.

Right now she is almost 5 months and her other growth parameters are normal. She is putting on weight and all other activities are normal.

Just a week ago, she had her cath and she is scheduled for her full surgery on September 4th 2008.

Doctors are telling the life of the valve is 2-7 years. If any one of you have any idea how replacement went for your kid please let us know.

Now, just waiting for September 4th!!  Will keep you posted!!!

September 2008 Update

Vyshnavi underwent complete repair for TOF(Pulmonary Atresia with VSD) on 9/4/2008. Surgery took almost 4 hours. VSD has been closed and a 16mm "pulmonary valve" (from cow) has been placed. Surgery went uneventful. She has been out of her breathing tube and draining as of 9/6/2008. All other parameters are normal.

We are eagerly watching the rhythm issues after closing her VSD. So far none has been found. Doctors says if she continues like this for a week or so, there's no need for a pacemaker for ever.

Over all surgery is a success.