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Complete transposition with posteriorly located aorta and multiple ventricular septal defects
I S Virdi1, B R Keeton, J L Monro
1Wessex Cardiothoracic Centre, Southampton General Hospital, Shirley, U.K.
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This case report details a complex congenital heart defect involving complete transposition of the great arteries and multiple ventricular septal defects. Early diagnosis of all septal defects is crucial for successful surgical correction.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Pediatric Cardiology
- Congenital Heart Disease
Background:
- Complete transposition of the great arteries (TGA) is a critical congenital heart defect.
- Associated cardiac anomalies, such as ventricular septal defects (VSDs), frequently complicate TGA management.
- Posterior aorta is a rare anatomical variation in TGA.
Observation:
- A case of TGA with a posterior aorta and multiple VSDs was encountered.
- One perimembranous VSD was identified preoperatively and surgically closed during a Mustard operation.
- Three additional muscular VSDs were not diagnosed preoperatively and presented surgical challenges.
Findings:
- Multiple muscular VSDs can be challenging to detect preoperatively in complex TGA.
- Missed VSDs can lead to significant intraoperative complications.
- The Mustard operation is a palliative procedure for TGA.
Implications:
- Improved preoperative diagnostic imaging may aid in identifying all VSDs in TGA cases.
- Comprehensive surgical planning is essential for managing complex congenital heart defects.
- Further research into the preoperative diagnosis of multiple VSDs in TGA is warranted.
Abstract:
A case of complete transposition with posterior aorta and multiple ventricular septal defects is reported. One perimembranous defect, diagnosed preoperatively, was closed while performing a Mustard operation. Three coexisting muscular ventricular septal defects, however, were missed and posed considerable problems at surgery. Although not previously reported, it should be possible to diagnose this condition preoperatively with a view to correction.