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Laubry-Pezzi Syndrome: A Case Report of a Rare Entity
Belen Domingo Cruz Hernandez1, José Ricardo Chávez Delgado2, Karina Lizbeth Lara Sampayo3
1Medicine, Universidad Xochicalco, Ensenada, MEX.
Insights
Laubry-Pezzi syndrome, a rare congenital heart defect involving ventricular septal defect (VSD) and aortic regurgitation (AR), requires early VSD closure to prevent AR progression. Prompt diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing this condition and avoiding complications.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Cardiac Surgery
Background:
- Laubry-Pezzi syndrome is a rare congenital cardiac condition.
- It is characterized by a ventricular septal defect (VSD) and aortic regurgitation (AR) secondary to aortic cusp prolapse.
- Current management strategies are not well-established.
Abstract:
Laubry-Pezzi syndrome is a rare congenital cardiac condition characterized by a ventricular septal defect (VSD) and aortic regurgitation (AR) due to aortic cusp prolapse. Although the management of this syndrome is not well-established, early closure of the VSD is recommended to prevent or minimize the progression of AR. This report presents a case of a 23-year-old female diagnosed with Laubry-Pezzi syndrome. Our findings emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and prompt intervention to reduce the risk of complications, such as infective endocarditis and progressive aortic valve dysfunction. This report underscores the need for tailored management strategies, with the possibility of aortic valve repair or replacement depending on the severity of AR and VSD.
