Re-Coarctation — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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ModerateCardiologyRe-CoarctationRACP Paediatrics

Post-coarctation repair: BP 130/85 right arm, 100/60 legs. Complication?

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Correct answer: A — Re-coarctation

Upper-lower limb BP gradient >20 mmHg = re-coarctation. Balloon angioplasty/stent.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024