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[Calcified ventricular septal defects--a surgical case in elderly]
Kyobu Geka. the Japanese Journal of Thoracic Surgery
|January 1, 1989
Summary
This study reports a successful surgical repair of a ventricular septal defect in a 60-year-old female. The findings suggest that surgical intervention is a viable option even with significant calcification.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Cardiac Surgery
Background:
- Ventricular septal defect (VSD) can lead to congestive heart failure.
- Massive calcification around VSD poses surgical challenges.
Observation:
- A 60-year-old female presented with a VSD and a history of congestive heart failure.
- The VSD exhibited significant calcification.
Findings:
- Successful direct closure of the calcified VSD was achieved.
- Postoperative course included transient atrial fibrillation and asthma.
Implications:
- Chronic VSD with jet stream or inflammation may cause calcification.
- Surgical repair of calcified VSD is feasible and not contraindicated.