Double-outlet right ventricle (DORV) is a rare heart defect. In
a normal heart, the blood flows in from the body to the right
atrium. It then goes into the right ventricle. Next, the blood
travels to the lungs through the pulmonary valve. Here, it picks
up fresh oxygen. The blood returns to the left atrium and goes
into the left ventricle. The blood moves out to the rest of the
body. Normally, the aorta (the largest artery) comes from the
heart’s left ventricle. But when DORV occurs, the aorta and the
pulmonary artery are attached to the right ventricle. Another
heart defect called ventricular septal defect (VSD) usually
occurs with DORV. VSD is a hole in the wall between the right
and left ventricle. DORV can be categorized into several types
depending on the position of the VSD. Along with these
conditions, the pulmonary valve may be narrowed. DORV is a
serious condition. It requires care right away by the doctor.
This condition is a congenital defect. This means that the heart
forms incorrectly when the ba