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Shriya Sharma1, Ganesh Giri2, Sadiksha Khadka3
1Department of Internal Medicine St. Elizabeth's Medical Center Boston Boston Massachusetts USA.
Clinical Case Reports
|January 29, 2025
Summary
Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC) is a rare genetic heart condition. This case report highlights atrial arrhythmias in an 18-year-old diagnosed with ARVC using established criteria.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Genetics
- Electrophysiology
Background:
- Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC) is a heritable myocardial disease primarily affecting the right ventricle.
- Atrial involvement in ARVC is not well-understood, with limited supporting evidence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a case of arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy with atrial tachyarrhythmia in an adolescent patient.
- To emphasize the importance of careful diagnosis of ARVC to prevent treatment delays.
Main Methods:
- Case report of an 18-year-old female presenting with palpitations.
- Diagnosis confirmed using the Revised International Task Force Criteria 2010 for ARVC.
Main Results:
- The patient was diagnosed with arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC).
- Atrial tachyarrhythmia was observed in the context of ARVC.
- Diagnosis was established based on established international criteria.
Conclusions:
- This case underscores the potential for atrial involvement in arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC).
- Prompt and accurate diagnosis of ARVC is crucial for effective patient management and preventing complications.
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