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Shuji Tachioka1, Koji Takumi2, Satoshi Fukusako1
1Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Kagoshima University, Kagoshima, Japan.
Background:
Anomalous unilateral single pulmonary vein (AUSPV) is extremely rare and usually managed conservatively, requiring caution when accompanied by other heart diseases.
Case Summary:
A 73-year-old woman who presented with exertional dyspnea was diagnosed with severe mitral valve insufficiency. During surgery, there were challenges inserting a left atrial vent tube owing to an anomaly of the right pulmonary vein. A review of preoperative contrast-enhanced multidetector computed tomography (CT) revealed AUSPV. Her postoperative course was generally favorable, and she was transferred to another hospital on postoperative day 23.
Discussion:
We present a case of AUSPV with severe mitral regurgitation; however, we were unable to diagnose AUSPV preoperatively. Preoperative CT is essential to confirm the course of the pulmonary veins.
Take-Home Messages:
AUSPV is an extremely rare anomaly encountered during adult cardiac surgery. Before vent tube insertion, preoperative CT evaluation of the pulmonary vein anatomy is essential.
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