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[Persistent left superior vena cava. Apropos of 2 cases]
P Gris1, B Wilmet, A Benchillal
1Service de Pneumologie, Hôpital Civil de Jumet, Belgique.
Revue De Pneumologie Clinique
|January 1, 1995
Summary
A rare congenital anomaly, double superior vena cava with a persistent left superior vena cava, occurs in 0.3% of the population. This condition is more common in individuals with congenital heart disease, often remaining asymptomatic.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular anatomy
- Congenital malformations
Background:
- Double superior vena cava (SVC) with a persistent left SVC is a rare congenital anomaly.
- While uncommon in the general population (0.3% prevalence), it is significantly more prevalent in patients with congenital heart disease (3-10%).
Observation:
- This report details two cases of double SVC with persistent left SVC observed at our institution.
- The anomaly is typically asymptomatic and often discovered incidentally during diagnostic procedures.
Findings:
- The persistent left SVC, a component of the double SVC malformation, is a rare finding.
- Its prevalence is notably higher in individuals with underlying congenital heart defects.
Implications:
- Increased awareness of this anomaly is crucial for clinicians managing patients with congenital heart disease.
- Understanding the prevalence and potential for asymptomatic presentation aids in accurate diagnosis and patient management.