“How often should I get a complete body scan done for my son?”

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“How often should I get a complete body scan done for my son?”

My son underwent heart surgery at the age of 1.5 years. He is now 8 years old and is completely fine. However, I always have a fear in the back of my mind. How often should we get him checked up on?

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**Dr. Muhammad Bhatti** Pediatrician Brooklyn, New York · Accepted Answer

Dr. Muhammad Bhatti Pediatrician Brooklyn, New York

None, unless medically advised.

**Esther B. Eisenstein** Pediatrician Boca Raton, FL · Accepted Answer

Esther B. Eisenstein Pediatrician Boca Raton, FL

It looks like he is doing well. However to allay your anxiety he should get a Cardiogram, & a Chest X-ray. He can also be seen by a Cardiologist.

**Dr. Susan Lynn Robbins** Pediatrician Hattiesburg, Mississippi · Accepted Answer

Dr. Susan Lynn Robbins Pediatrician Hattiesburg, Mississippi

If he had complete repair, a complete body scan is unnecessary. He needs a yearly physical for blood pressure and growth and watch at home for any exercise intolerance. Get a checkup then if this occurs

**Dr. Michael G. Martin** Pediatrician Rochester, New York · Accepted Answer

Dr. Michael G. Martin Pediatrician Rochester, New York

Not knowing what the heart problem was, it is hard to know. In general, the center where the surgery was performed will follow him up if requested, and make recommendations as to how often this should be done.

Good luck!

Michael G. Martin, MD

**Dr. Norris Sheldon Payne** Pediatrician Dallas, TX · Accepted Answer

Dr. Norris Sheldon Payne Pediatrician Dallas, TX

If your son has been released with a clean bill of health by his cardiologist and cardiac surgeon, then he needs to have an annual well child exam by your pediatrician who can tell you if you have anything to worry about and to make sure your son stays healthy.