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Published on: August 16, 2021
CARDIOGENIC SHOCK DUE TO VENTRICULAR SEPTAL DEFECT (VSD) AFTER MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION
José Diogo Albuquerque1, Alexandre Caldeira1, Marta Coelho1
1Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Lisboa Norte, Serviço de Anestesiologia, Portugal.
Insights
A 62-year-old man recovered after percutaneous ventricular septal defect (VSD) correction post-myocardial infarction. The procedure led to tricuspid regurgitation, requiring further intervention before stable discharge.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Interventional Cardiology
- Cardiac Surgery
Background:
- Myocardial infarction can lead to serious complications such as ventricular septal defects (VSDs).
- Cardiogenic shock following myocardial infarction necessitates urgent intervention.
- Percutaneous VSD closure is a viable treatment option in select cases.
Observation:
- A 62-year-old male presented with cardiogenic shock post-myocardial infarction, complicated by a VSD.
- Intra-aortic balloon pump insertion preceded percutaneous VSD correction.
- The VSD closure resulted in iatrogenic tricuspid regurgitation.
Findings:
- Successful percutaneous closure of the VSD was achieved.
- Iatrogenic tricuspid regurgitation was managed with tricuspid valvuloplasty.
- Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) was performed for underlying stenosis.
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential complications of percutaneous VSD closure, including tricuspid regurgitation.
- Multidisciplinary management involving interventional cardiology and cardiac surgery is crucial for complex post-MI cases.
- Successful management led to patient stabilization and discharge after 26 days.
Abstract:
62 year-old man admitted in ICU post myocardial infarction with ventricular septal defect (VSD) and cardiogenic shock due to anterior descending artery stenosis. VSD corrected percutaneously after intra-aortic Figure 1 Transthoracic echocardiography with Doppler showing VSD after myocardial infarction due to anterior descendent stenosis. balloon pump insertion, resulting in iatrogenic tricuspid regurgitation. Tricuspid valvuloplasty, VSD correction and CABG performed after patient stabilization. Discharge after 26 days.
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