Transthoracic echocardiography evaluation of double outlet left ventricle: Unique case report and review of literature
Prakash Heart Station, Nirala Nagar, Lucknow, UP, India.
Research Article
World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 2024, 18(02), 074–090.
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjbphs.2024.18.2.0244
Publication history:
Received on 19 March 2024; revised on 29 April 2024; accepted on 02 May 2024
Abstract:
Double-outlet left ventricle (DOLV) is a rare cardiac malformation in which both great arteries originate from the morphological left ventricle. DOLV is associated with high mortality, generally due to heart failure, myocardial infarction, or aortic thrombosis. With surgery, the 5-year survival rate is estimated at 70%–75%. Most patients will continue to present with residual cardiac anomalies, such as aortic or mitral valve regurgitation, arrhythmias, or hypertension. We are reporting a complex case of cyanotic congenital heart disease in a 5 month old female infant suffering from DOLV, who presented to us with recurrent chest infections and bluish colouration of skin.
Keywords:
Double outlet left ventricle; Malposition of great arteries; Cardiac malformation; Mortality
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