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What Causes Cyanotic Spells In Infants Post BPV?

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Question : Hi, my baby is 1 month old. She has undergone BPV( Baloon Pulmonay Valvuloplasty) 20 days back due to severe Pulmonary Stenosis. Her face turns black while crying. Please suggest
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Answered by Dr. Arun (34 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Get him checked

Detailed Answer:
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Thanks for writing to us.
Usually if face turns black while crying it indicates that oxygen saturation is dropping.
This can occur in babies with congenital heart disease like pulmonary stenosis even after BPV.
This is because of residual block or associated anomalies.
I would suggest you to consult your doctor immediately.
Her saturation needs to be checked and echo if required.
Wishing your child speedy recovery.
Regards
Dr Arun
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What Causes Cyanotic Spells In Infants Post BPV?

Brief Answer: Get him checked Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for writing to us. Usually if face turns black while crying it indicates that oxygen saturation is dropping. This can occur in babies with congenital heart disease like pulmonary stenosis even after BPV. This is because of residual block or associated anomalies. I would suggest you to consult your doctor immediately. Her saturation needs to be checked and echo if required. Wishing your child speedy recovery. Regards Dr Arun