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[Left ventricular noncompaction]

O V Gaisenok1, P A Kurnosov2, S A Berns3

  • 1United Hospital with Outpatient Department, Presidential Administration of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russia.

Arkhiv Patologii
|July 31, 2018
PubMed

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Left ventricular noncompaction is a rare heart muscle disorder. This review covers its history, causes, symptoms, and management.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Genetics
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Left ventricular noncompaction (LVNC) is a congenital heart defect.
  • It is characterized by prominent trabeculations and deep intertrabecular recesses in the left ventricle.
  • LVNC can lead to heart failure, arrhythmias, and thromboembolic events.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive literature review on left ventricular noncompaction.
  • To detail the historical, epidemiological, etiological, pathophysiological, clinical, diagnostic, therapeutic, and prognostic aspects of LVNC.

Main Methods:

  • Literature search of scientific databases.
  • Synthesis of existing research on LVNC.
  • Review of case studies and clinical trials.

Main Results:

  • LVNC has a variable presentation and genetic basis.
  • Diagnostic criteria have evolved with advanced imaging techniques.
  • Management strategies focus on heart failure and arrhythmia control.

Conclusions:

  • LVNC is a complex cardiomyopathy requiring multidisciplinary management.
  • Further research is needed to understand its long-term outcomes and refine treatment protocols.
  • Early diagnosis and intervention can improve patient prognosis.

Keywords:
left ventricular noncompactionnoncompact cardiomyopathy

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