Like most congenital heart defects, it is unclear exactly why certain babies are born with dextocardia. There is evidence to suggest that families with a history of genetic problems and other congenital heart disease may be at an increased risk for carrying and expressing the trait. Genetic testing may be performed to assist you in estimating the likelihood that any future children may be born with dextrocardia.
Expectant mothers who consume alcohol and illicit drugs during pregnancy are putting their fetus at an increased risk for a congenital heart disease, such as dextrocardia.
Who is at highest risk for Dextrocardia ?
Like most congenital heart defects, it is unclear exactly why certain babies are born with dextocardia. There is evidence to suggest that families with a history of genetic problems and other congenital heart disease may be at an increased risk for carrying and expressing the trait. Genetic testing may be performed to assist you in estimating the likelihood that any future children may be born with dextrocardia.
Expectant mothers who consume alcohol and illicit drugs during pregnancy are putting their fetus at an increased risk for a congenital heart disease, such as dextrocardia.