Notable Persons With Situs Inversus
Notable individuals with documented cases of situs inversus include:
- Randy Foye, an American basketball player in the NBA. He has suffered no discernible complications, and the condition is not expected to jeopardize his career as a professional athlete.
- Catherine O'Hara, the Canadian comedic actress, has said in interviews that her organs are reversed and her heart is on the right side of her chest.
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