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Left Ventricular Noncompaction as a Rare Cause of Syncope
Pius E Ojemolon1, Endurance O Evbayekha2, Jesse Odion3
1Internal Medicine, John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County, Chicago, USA.
Cureus
|December 15, 2021
Summary
Left ventricular noncompaction (LVNC) is a rare heart muscle disorder. This case report details an uncommon presentation of LVNC with syncope, highlighting a rare symptom of this myocardial condition.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Myocardial Disorders
Background:
- Left ventricular noncompaction (LVNC) is a rare congenital myocardial disorder.
- It is characterized by prominent ventricular trabeculations and deep intertrabecular recesses.
- LVNC can lead to heart failure, arrhythmias, and thromboembolism.
Observation:
- This report focuses on an uncommon presentation of LVNC.
- The patient experienced syncope as a primary symptom.
- Syncope is a less frequently observed clinical manifestation of LVNC.
Findings:
- The case illustrates that syncope can be a presenting symptom of LVNC.
- This presentation underscores the diverse clinical spectrum of myocardial disorders.
- Detailed cardiac imaging is crucial for diagnosing LVNC.
Implications:
- Recognizing syncope as a potential LVNC symptom can aid early diagnosis.
- This case broadens the understanding of LVNC's clinical manifestations.
- Further research into the mechanisms linking LVNC and syncope is warranted.
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