Congenital heart disease
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Congenital heart disease · May 2009
Case ReportsAsymptomatic congenital atresia of the left inferior pulmonary vein: a case report.
We present an unusual fortuitously discovered case of atresia of the left inferior pulmonary vein with drainage via anastomosis to the left upper pulmonary vein and the left atrium. Atresia of the pulmonary veins is a very rare anomaly that results from defective incorporation of the pulmonary venous system into the left atrium. The initial diagnosis, drawn from plain radiographs, was confirmed by cardiac catheterization and pulmonary angiography. The appearance of clinical signs, prognosis, and the need for treatment depend on how well substitute drainage is performed.
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Congenital heart disease · May 2009
Case ReportsExceptional survival: double inlet left ventricle with pulmonary artery banding.
This is a case of a patient with a univentricular heart and transposition of the great arteries who was treated with a pulmonary artery banding as a child. We describe his clinical course and crucial factors associated with his prolonged survival.
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Congenital heart disease · May 2009
Do neonates with genetic abnormalities have an increased morbidity and mortality following cardiac surgery?
Genetic abnormalities occur in approximately 20% of children with congenital heart disease. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of genetic abnormalities on short-term outcomes following neonatal cardiac surgery. ⋯ Neonates with genetic abnormalities have a higher risk of postoperative complications and a longer hospital length of stay. However, there is no increase in hospital mortality. This information may aid in patient management decisions and parental counseling. Longer-term studies are needed for understanding the total impact of genetic abnormalities on neonates with congenital heart disease.