Choice “C” is the best answer. Echocardiography should be performed as part of the baseline evaluation in a patient with newly diagnosed or suspected tuberous sclerosis (TSC) because they have a high incidence of rhabdomyomas. Rhabdomyomas sre benign tumors of striated muscle. A cardiac rhabdomyoma can be discovered using echocardiography in around 50% of people with TSC [1]. Problems due to rhabdomyomas include obstruction, arrhythmia, and valvular obstruction/insufficiency. The presence of this tumor is a strong indicator of TSC in a child, especially if a family history of TSC exists.
Choice “A” is not the best answer. Colonoscopy and upper endoscopy would be beneficial if there is suspicion of an accompanying polyposis syndrome such as
Choice “A” is not the best answer. Colonoscopy and upper endoscopy would be beneficial if there is suspicion of an accompanying polyposis syndrome such as