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[An intracardiac needle without thoracic penetration].

T Scheye1, G Escande, A Labbe

  • 1Service de Chirurgie Pédiatrique, Hôtel-Dieu, Clermont-Ferrand.

Chirurgie Pediatrique
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

An asymptomatic child had an intracardiac needle discovered via chest X-ray. Early surgical removal prevented potentially lethal complications from this cardiac foreign body.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Intracardiac foreign bodies are rare but pose significant risks.
  • Systematic pre-operative imaging is crucial for detecting unexpected findings.

Observation:

  • An asymptomatic pediatric patient presented with an incidentally discovered intracardiac needle on a pre-operative chest X-ray.
  • The needle was located within the heart chambers.

Findings:

  • The intracardiac needle was successfully removed surgically.
  • Early detection and intervention prevented potential life-threatening complications.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of thorough pre-operative radiological assessment in pediatric patients.

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  • Demonstrates the efficacy of surgical intervention for intracardiac foreign bodies.
  • Underscores the potential for delayed diagnosis to lead to severe outcomes.