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Iatrogenic left ventricular pseudoaneurysm.

L S Souza1, A A Mesquita, E D Chula

  • 1Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, São João de Deus Hospital, Divinópolis, Minas Gerais, Brazil. liberato@gold.com.br

The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|October 18, 2001
PubMed
Summary

A rare case of iatrogenic left ventricular pseudoaneurysm following pericardiocentesis is detailed. Despite initial surgery, recurrence necessitated a second operation, ultimately leading to patient recovery.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Cardiac Surgery
  • Medical Complications

Background:

  • Pericarditis diagnosis in a male patient.
  • Attempted diagnostic and therapeutic pericardiocentesis procedure.

Observation:

  • Patient developed severe complications post-pericardiocentesis.
  • Iatrogenic left ventricular pseudoaneurysm formation.

Findings:

  • Pseudoaneurysm recurrence six months after initial corrective surgery.
  • Second operation revealed two connections to the left ventricle.
  • Patient recovered fully one year after the second surgery.

Implications:

  • Highlights potential severe complications of pericardiocentesis.

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  • Underscores the importance of careful surgical technique and follow-up.
  • Demonstrates successful management of recurrent iatrogenic pseudoaneurysm.