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Modified Octopus Technique for Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm
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[Aneurysms of the interatrial septum]
H Teixeira1, D Noronha, I Marcão
1Serviço Medicina 1. Hospital de Sto. António dos Capuchos, Lisboa.
Acta Medica Portuguesa
|June 30, 1998
Summary
Atrial septum aneurysms, though uncommon, are increasingly recognized for their association with thromboembolic events. This review covers their clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic aspects, highlighting six patient cases.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Diagnostics
- Pathophysiology
Context:
- Atrial septum aneurysms (ASAs) were historically underestimated.
- Routine echocardiography has improved ASA detection.
- ASAs are increasingly linked to thromboembolic events, raising clinical significance.
Purpose:
- To review the clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic features of atrial septum aneurysms.
- To increase awareness of this uncommon cardiac condition.
- To correlate ASA presentation with patient outcomes.
Summary:
- The study reviewed six clinical cases of atrial septum aneurysms.
- Key clinical presentations, diagnostic modalities (echocardiography), and therapeutic strategies were analyzed.
- Findings emphasize the association between ASAs and thromboembolic phenomena.
Impact:
- Enhanced understanding of atrial septum aneurysms.
- Improved diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for patients with ASAs.
- Increased clinical vigilance for potential thromboembolic risks associated with ASAs.
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