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Congenital Heart Defect: Hemitruncus [aka Anomalous Origin of Right Pulmonary Artery] Explained
Jun 20, 2026•28 min•Ep. 49
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Episode description
In this episode, we unpack anomalous origin of the right pulmonary artery [AORPA] (hemitruncus) from pathophysiology to bedside care, focusing on early recognition of respiratory and perfusion changes, pre‑ and postoperative nursing priorities, and family-centered education to optimize outcomes for these high-risk infants and children.
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