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[Turner's syndrome and heart surgery. Presentation of 3 clinical cases]
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This study examines cardiovascular issues in Turner Syndrome patients, detailing surgical outcomes for congenital heart defects like coarctation of the aorta and patent ductus arteriosus.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Genetics
- Pediatric Surgery
Background:
- Turner Syndrome is a genetic condition affecting females, often associated with congenital heart defects.
- Cardiovascular malformations are a significant concern in Turner Syndrome management.
- Review of cytogenetic and clinical features is crucial for understanding associated conditions.
Observation:
- Presents three cases of Turner Syndrome with distinct cardiovascular anomalies: coarctation of the aorta, patent ductus arteriosus, and congenital valvular aortic stenosis.
- Details the clinical presentation and cytogenetic profiles of these patients.
- Highlights the frequent occurrence of technical challenges during surgical interventions.
Findings:
- Surgical treatment outcomes for congenital heart disease in Turner Syndrome patients are reported.
- Discusses the complexities in determining surgical indications for these patients.
- Identifies specific technical difficulties encountered during cardiac surgeries.
Implications:
- Improved understanding of cardiovascular risks in Turner Syndrome.
- Guidance for surgical decision-making in complex pediatric cardiac cases.
- Highlights the need for specialized surgical approaches in patients with Turner Syndrome and congenital heart disease.
Abstract:
Three patients with Turner's Syndrome are shown; one associated with coarctation of the aorta, other with patent ductus arteriosus and the last one with congenital valvular aortic stenosis. The cytogenetic and clinical picture of the disease are reviewed, also its association with some cardiovascular malformations. The results of the surgical treatment of the congenital heart disease are reported. The difficulties to establish the operatory indication are described and besides the technical problems that occur frequently in these patients.