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Positional Right Ventricular Obstruction in Pectus Excavatum.
Katherine Underwood1, Matthew Vorsanger1, Muhamed Saric1
1Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, New York University Langone Medical Center, New York, New York.
Severe pectus excavatum can cause dynamic right ventricular outflow tract obstruction, particularly when seated. This case highlights a rare complication of this common congenital chest wall deformity.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Thoracic Surgery
- Congenital Abnormalities
Background:
- Pectus excavatum is a frequent congenital chest wall deformity characterized by sternal depression.
- The severity of sternal depression varies, potentially leading to cardiac compression.
- While often asymptomatic, severe cases can manifest with significant symptoms.
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