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Three-Dimensional Echocardiographic Method for the Visualization and Assessment of Specific Parameters of the Pulmonary Veins
Published on: October 28, 2020
Left superior vena cava or left vertical vein in supracardiac total anomalous pulmonary venous drainage - Does it
Radhika Uppal1, Nikunj R Shekhada2, Sairam Palaparthi3
1Department of Pediatric Cardiology, Star Hospital, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
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This study identifies a specific vascular anomaly draining into the right atrium via the coronary sinus. It explores preserving coronary sinus drainage during surgical correction of total anomalous pulmonary venous connection.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Pediatric Cardiology
- Congenital Heart Disease
Background:
- Total anomalous pulmonary venous connection (TAPVC) is a complex congenital heart defect.
- Abnormal venous drainage into the right atrium, particularly via a dilated coronary sinus, presents unique surgical challenges.
- Understanding the specific anatomy of venous return is crucial for effective surgical planning.
Abstract:
What do we call a vascular structure that is in the left pneumopericardial space, drains systemic venous blood, and the total pulmonary venous return, into the right atrium, through a dilated coronary sinus (CS)? Can we preserve the CS drainage while correcting the total anomalous pulmonary venous connection?
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