What if your unborn granddaughter has scimitar syndrome her heart is on the right side and lung small could she survive with only one lung?

The survival of an unborn baby with scimitar syndrome and only one lung depends on the severity of the condition and the availability of appropriate medical care.

Scimitar syndrome is a rare congenital heart defect in which the heart is located on the right side of the chest instead of the left. The aorta (the main artery carrying oxygenated blood away from the heart) arises from the right ventricle instead of the left.

In addition, the right lung is usually underdeveloped or absent.

This can lead to several problems, including insufficient blood flow to the lungs and inadequate oxygenation of the blood.

In some cases, babies born with scimitar syndrome may survive with only one lung. However, they may require ongoing medical care and monitoring to manage their condition.

This may include supplemental oxygen therapy, medications to improve heart function, and regular check-ups with a specialist to track their progress.

In severe cases, surgical intervention may be necessary to improve blood flow to the lungs and correct any structural abnormalities.

The prognosis for babies born with scimitar syndrome varies widely depending on the severity of the condition and the availability of appropriate medical care. With advances in medical technology and surgical techniques, survival rates have improved significantly over the past few decades. However, it is important to remember that each case is unique and the long-term outcome can be difficult to predict.