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Congenital mitral valve lesions : Correlation between morphology and imaging
1Department of Paediatric Cardiology, The Green Lane Paediatric and Congenital Service, Starship Children's Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand.
Annals of Pediatric Cardiology
|April 25, 2012
Summary
Congenital mitral valve malformations are complex and lack specific classification. This study recommends a segmental echocardiographic approach for precise surgical management of these congenital heart defects.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Echocardiography
Background:
- Congenital malformations of the mitral valve are complex, affecting multiple valve components.
- These defects can occur alone or with other congenital heart defects.
- Existing descriptive terms lack the specificity needed for surgical planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate current descriptions and classifications of congenitally malformed mitral valves.
- To correlate pathological, surgical, and echocardiographic findings.
- To propose a systematic segmental echocardiographic analysis for improved surgical outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing classification systems and descriptive terms.
- Correlation of pathological, surgical, and echocardiographic data.
- Development of a segmental echocardiographic assessment strategy.
Main Results:
- Commonly used terms for mitral valve malformations are often imprecise.
- A segmental echocardiographic analysis provides a more detailed morphological assessment.
- This approach enhances communication between specialists.
Conclusions:
- Current classifications for congenital mitral valve malformations are inadequate.
- A systematic segmental echocardiographic evaluation is recommended.
- This method aids in precise communication and optimizes surgical management for congenital heart disease.
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