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Murine Echocardiography of Left Atrium, Aorta, and Pulmonary Artery
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Published on: February 20, 2017

[Aorto-pulmonary windows. Report of fifteen cases (author's transl)]

M Marchand, G Lemoine, P Morville

    La Semaine Des Hopitaux : Organe Fonde Par L'Association D'Enseignement Medical Des Hopitaux De Paris
    |March 18, 1981
    PubMed

    Insights

    Surgical repair of aorto-pulmonary windows is critical for infants, especially those with associated heart defects. Early intervention within the first year of life improves outcomes for this severe condition.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
    • Congenital Heart Disease
    • Vascular Malformations

    Context:

    • Aorto-pulmonary windows are rare congenital heart defects.
    • These defects can be associated with other complex cardiac malformations.
    • High pulmonary pressure is a significant risk factor.

    Purpose:

    • To evaluate the surgical outcomes of aorto-pulmonary windows.
    • To assess the impact of associated cardiac malformations on prognosis.
    • To determine the optimal timing for surgical intervention.

    Summary:

    • Fifteen pediatric patients underwent surgical repair for aorto-pulmonary windows, ranging in age from 1.5 months to 6 years.
    • Six cases presented with additional cardiac malformations, including patent ductus arteriosus, ventricular septal defect, mitral insufficiency, and aortic arch atresia.
    • Mortality was observed in 5 patients, with 3 of these having associated cardiac defects. Ten patients had a mean follow-up of 5.5 years.

    Impact:

    • The study highlights the severity of aorto-pulmonary windows, particularly those with high pulmonary pressure.
    • The findings underscore the recommendation for surgical intervention within the first year of life to improve patient survival and outcomes.

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