ABSTRACT
Systolic anterior motion (SAM) of the mitral leaflets can lead to hemodynamic instability following mitral valve repair. Perioperative echocardiography plays a crucial role in the management of SAM. Perioperative echocardiography helps to (a) identify patients at high risk for SAM before repair, (b) assess SAM and diagnose severity and (c) follow-up management efficacy. An illustrative case is shown in this report to take the reader through the current management strategy of SAM following mitral valve repair.
How to cite this article
Bardia A, Subramaniam B. Systolic Anterior Motion: An Illustrative Case and Discussion of Management Strategy. J Perioper Echocardiogr 2013;1(2): 62-65.