Platypnoea orthodeoxia after hepatic surgery

Area of Science:

• Cardiology
• Pulmonology
• Hepatology

Background:

• Platypnoea orthodeoxia is a rare syndrome causing dyspnoea and deoxygenation when upright.
• Known causes include cardiac, pulmonary, abdominal, and vascular conditions.

Observation:

• A case of platypnoea orthodeoxia was observed.
• The patient had a patent foramen ovale and underwent partial hepatic resection.

Findings:

• This case presents an unusual association between platypnoea orthodeoxia, patent foramen ovale, and prior partial hepatic resection.
• It highlights the complex interplay of cardiovascular and abdominal factors in this syndrome.

Implications:

• This case broadens the differential diagnosis for platypnoea orthodeoxia.
• It suggests considering hepatic interventions as a potential contributing factor in specific patient profiles.