Description

This vivid and anatomically detailed image illustrates Transposition of the Great Vessels (TGV), a rare but critical congenital heart defect. The hallmark of TGV, the reversal of the aorta and pulmonary artery, is clearly depicted, offering a compelling visualization of how oxygen-poor blood bypasses the lungs and is circulated directly back to the body. This creates a life-threatening scenario unless accompanied by other defects like a septal hole or patent ductus arteriosus that allow for some oxygen exchange. The inclusion of the vascular network reinforces how this anomaly disrupts the normal circulatory loop. It's an ideal teaching tool for medical professionals, students, and educators aiming to grasp or explain the complexities of cyanotic heart disease.