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Right hilar abnormality in a young man
L Garcia-Barreto1, W Vega, R Deliz
1Pulmonary Section, San Juan Veterans Affairs Medical Center, P.R.
Respiration; International Review of Thoracic Diseases
|January 1, 1996
Summary
A rare congenital heart defect, partial anomalous pulmonary venous return, was diagnosed in a 34-year-old male. Imaging studies confirmed the condition, highlighting its unusual clinical presentation.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Radiology
- Congenital Heart Disease
Background:
- Partial anomalous pulmonary venous return (PAPVR) is a rare congenital heart defect.
- It involves abnormal drainage of pulmonary veins into the systemic circulation.
- Often asymptomatic, diagnosis can be incidental.