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  • Cardiology
  • Cardiovascular Imaging
  • Myocardial Diseases

Background:

  • Saw tooth cardiomyopathy is a rare form of left ventricular dysplasia.
  • It is characterized by unique myocardial projections resembling a 'saw tooth' on imaging.
  • Left ventricular dysplasia can lead to heart failure and reduced cardiac function.

Observation:

  • A young male patient presented with symptoms of heart failure.
  • Echocardiography revealed reduced left ventricular function.
  • Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) was utilized for detailed cardiac assessment.

Findings:

  • CMR imaging demonstrated characteristic 'saw tooth' appearance of the myocardium.
  • These distinctive features were observed in the basal inferolateral and basal to mid lateral segments of the left ventricle.
  • The findings confirmed the diagnosis of saw tooth cardiomyopathy.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the utility of CMR in diagnosing rare cardiomyopathies.
  • Accurate diagnosis of saw tooth cardiomyopathy is crucial for appropriate patient management.
  • Further research into the pathophysiology and treatment of this condition is warranted.