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Cyanotic spells occur in children with cyanotic congenital heart disease, in particular tetralogy of Fallot and pulmonary atresia. They usually occur early in the morning, or in the context of stress or dehydration ie periods of increased oxygen demand/ultilisation. The pathophysiology is not fully understood, but relates to decreased pulmonary blood flow.
Most episodes are self limiting.