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Echocardiographic Evaluation of Atrial Communications before Transcatheter Closure
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Aortico-left ventricular tunnel: echocardiographic recognition.
Sushil Azad1, Munesh Tomar, Sitaraman Radhakrishnan
1Department of Congenital and Pediatric Heart Diseases, Escorts Heart Institute and Research Centre, New Delhi.
Indian Heart Journal
|November 8, 2008
Summary
Aortico-left ventricular tunnel (ALVT) is a rare congenital heart defect. Successful surgical repair in a 7-day-old infant demonstrates effective treatment for this condition.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Pediatric Surgery
- Congenital Malformations
Background:
- Aortico-left ventricular tunnel (ALVT) is a rare congenital anomaly.
- ALVT can lead to congestive heart failure in neonates.
Observation:
- A 7-day-old infant presented with symptoms suggestive of congestive heart failure.
- Echocardiography diagnosed the infant with ALVT.
Findings:
- The infant underwent successful surgical correction of the aortico-left ventricular tunnel.
- Post-operative echocardiography confirmed the successful repair and findings.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of early diagnosis and surgical intervention for ALVT.
- Successful surgical outcomes are achievable for this rare congenital heart defect.
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