Hypoplastic left heart

Alternative names:

hypoplastic left heart syndrome

Treatment:

A heart transplant cures the condition, but drugs must be taken lifelong to suppress the immune system, in order to prevent rejection of the new organ.

Expectations (prognosis):

Barring transplantation, hypoplastic left heart syndrome is generally fatal.

Complications:

If untreated, the heart failure continues to worsen and eventually, complete heart failure will develop.

Calling your health care provider:

If your infant shows the symptoms listed here, contact your health care provider promptly.