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Avvayyam Rattan1, Neeraj Aggarwal1, Reena Khantwal Joshi1
1Department of Pediatric Cardiac Sciences, Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi, India.
Journal of Cardiac Surgery
|August 2, 2021
Summary
Parachute tricuspid valve (PTV) is a rare congenital heart defect where valve structures attach abnormally. This summary covers two successful surgical repair cases of PTV, improving cardiac function.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Cardiac Surgery
Background:
- Parachute deformity of atrioventricular valves involves abnormal chordae tendineae attachment to a single papillary muscle.
- This condition is more frequently diagnosed when affecting the mitral valve compared to the tricuspid valve.
Observation:
- The study presents two pediatric cases diagnosed with parachute tricuspid valve (PTV).
- Both cases involved complex congenital heart anomalies requiring surgical intervention.
Findings:
- Successful surgical repair of the parachute tricuspid valve was achieved in both presented cases.
- The repairs restored normal tricuspid valve function, preventing significant regurgitation.
Implications:
- These successful repairs highlight the feasibility of surgical correction for PTV.
- Early detection and surgical management can significantly improve outcomes for patients with PTV.
- This case series contributes to the understanding of PTV repair strategies.
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