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Which anatomic malformations are associated with Tetralogy of Fallot?

  • A. A sub-aortic septal defect, an overriding aorta, left ventricular hypertrophy, and right ventricular outflow
  • B. A sub-aortic septal defect, an overriding aorta, right ventricular hypertrophy, and left ventricular outflow
  • C. A sub-aortic septal defect, an overriding aorta, pulmonary atresia, and right ventricular outflow
  • D. A sub-aortic septal defect, an overriding aorta, right ventricular hypertrophy, and right ventricular outflow
Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Tetralogy of Fallot is characterized by a combination of four heart defects: a sub-aortic septal defect, an overriding aorta, right ventricular hypertrophy, and right ventricular outflow obstruction. This leads to mixing of oxygen-poor and oxygen-rich blood, resulting in cyanosis. Therefore, the correct answer is D. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because they do not accurately describe the specific combination of anatomic malformations seen in Tetralogy of Fallot.