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Cardiac computed tomography assessment of congenital aortic diseases: a case series

Nilda Espinola-Zavaleta1,2, Javier Ivan Armenta-Moreno1, Jorge Alberto Silva-Estrada3

  • 1Department of Nuclear Cardiology, National Institute of Cardiology Ignacio Chavez, Juan Badiano Nº 1, Colonia Seccion XVI, Tlalpan, 14080 Mexico City, Mexico.

European Heart Journal. Case Reports
|April 20, 2023
PubMed

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Congenital aortic diseases present diverse symptoms and require advanced imaging. Cardiac computed tomography angiography is crucial for surgical planning in these complex aortic arch and vascular ring conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Pediatric Surgery

Background:

  • Congenital aortic diseases (CAoD) represent a spectrum of conditions affecting the aorta, varying from mild to critical.
  • Accurate diagnosis and management are essential due to the potential for severe, life-threatening outcomes.

Observation:

  • Seven case reports detail congenital aortic diseases, including aortic arch obstructions (coarctation, hypoplasia, interruption) and vascular rings.
  • Clinical manifestations across these cases exhibit significant heterogeneity, underscoring the varied presentations of CAoD.

Findings:

  • Multi-imaging modalities are vital for comprehensive CAoD assessment.
  • Cardiac computed tomography angiography (CCTA) provides rapid, high-resolution 3D imaging, optimizing surgical planning.

Implications:

  • Early and precise diagnosis through advanced imaging is critical for timely intervention.
  • Understanding symptom heterogeneity aids in prompt recognition and management of congenital aortic diseases.
  • CCTA facilitates improved surgical strategies for complex aortic pathologies.
Abstract

Keywords:
Aortic coarctationCardiac computed tomography angiographyCase seriesCongenital aortic diseasesVascular ring

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