Dextrocardia is a medical condition in which the heart is located on the right side of the chest, instead of the left side where it is normally located. In people with dextrocardia, the heart’s chambers and valves are also reversed from their normal positions.
Dextrocardia can occur as an isolated finding, but it may also be associated with other medical conditions such as situs inversus, a rare condition in which the positions of the organs in the chest and abdomen are mirrored from their normal positions.
People with dextrocardia may not experience any symptoms related to the condition, but they may be at increased risk for certain heart defects and arrhythmias. Treatment for dextrocardia depends on the underlying cause and any associated medical conditions. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to correct heart defects or disorders.