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Double auricles of the right atrium: a unique anatomic deformity
Georgios I Tagarakis1, Dimos Karangelis, Marios E Daskalopoulos
1Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece.
BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
|April 21, 2011
Summary
A rare anatomical variation, a second right atrial auricle, was identified during surgery in a 70-year-old male. This finding did not complicate the coronary bypass operation or recovery.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Anatomical Variations
- Surgical Discovery
Background:
- Anatomical deviations discovered intraoperatively present unique clinical challenges.
- Understanding these variations is crucial for assessing potential complications.
Observation:
- A case report details a 70-year-old male patient undergoing coronary bypass surgery.
- An unusual anatomical finding of a second right atrial auricle was observed during the procedure.
Findings:
- The presence of a second right atrial auricle was confirmed intraoperatively.
- This anatomical variation did not lead to any intraoperative or postoperative complications.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of recognizing rare anatomical variations during surgery.
- The successful management underscores that some anatomical deviations may be clinically insignificant.
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