Conclusions: Ten- to 20-year survival and functional status are excellent among infants undergoing complete repair of truncus arteriosus.
Can a baby survive with truncus arteriosus?
If truncus arteriosus isn't repaired by surgery, most babies won't survive. Surgery to repair it is usually successful, and most babies recover well. However, some will need more surgeries as they grow.
Can you live with truncus arteriosus?
Truncus arteriosus in adults In rare cases, a person with truncus arteriosus can survive infancy without surgical repair of the heart and live into adulthood. However, people with this condition will almost certainly develop heart failure and pulmonary hypertension (Eisenmenger syndrome).Dec 8, 2020
Why does truncus arteriosus is very rare in some patient Is it life threatening Why?
Infants with truncus arteriosus usually are in distress in the first few days of life because of the high amount of blood going to the lungs which makes the heart work harder. Infants with truncus arteriosus can have a bluish looking skin color, called cyanosis, because their blood doesn't carry enough oxygen.
Can truncus arteriosus be cured?
Truncus arteriosus must be treated through surgery. While your baby is waiting for surgery, he or she may need to take medications to reduce fluid in the lungs and have high-calorie feedings to build strength. Most babies with truncus arteriosus need surgery in the first few days or weeks of life.