Isolated Mitral Valve Regurgitation: A Rare Presentation of ALCAPA in Children
Bassel Mohammad Nijres1, Anas Abu Hazeem2, Zakhia Saliba3
1Division of Pediatric Cardiology, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. bassel.publication@gmail.com.
Abstract:
Isolated mitral valve regurgitation is an extremely rare presentation of anomalous origin of the left coronary artery from the pulmonary artery (ALCAPA). When left ventricle systolic function is preserved, ALCAPA can be easily overlooked. Herein, we present a case series of 3 patients with ALCAPA and preserved systolic function who presented with isolated mitral valve regurgitation (MVR). This manuscript underscores the importance of considering ALCAPA in any patient presenting with isolated MVR.
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