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The long-term outlook () for people with situs inversus depends on whether the condition is isolated, or is associated additional abnormalities affecting the heart or other parts of the body. Isolated situs inversus has an excellent prognosis, typically with an uneventful prenatal and postnatal course.When situs inversus is associated with an underlying condition or, the prognosis may depend on that of the underlying condition present.For fetuses diagnosed with situs inversus on prenatal, additional testing such as fetal MRI and fetal echocardiography may provide additional information about the development of the fetus, which may affect management and prognosis.Additionaltests are also recommended after birth to further clarify any associated abnormalities that may be present. People who learn of a diagnosis made by prenatal ultrasound are encouraged to meet with aor other genetics professional.Knowing that a person has situs inversus is important for diagnosing medical problems and preventing surgical mishaps that can result from the failure to recognize reversed anatomy. For example, in a person with situs inversus, appendicitis causes pain in the left lower abdomen instead of the right lower abdomen.Wearing medical identification can help ensure proper treatment in an emergency medical situation.