scholarly journals ECHOCARDIOGRAPHIC DIAGNOSIS OF EBSTEIN ANOMALY

InterConf ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 217-224
Author(s):  
Oxana Maliga ◽  
Shany Avramov

This study examined the value of echocardiography in the diagnosis of Ebstein anomaly using data collected from 12 patients with Ebstein anomaly. These patients were hospitalized between March 2015 – October 2019 in the department of paediatric cardiac surgery in Timofei Moșneaga Republican Clinical Hospital, Chisinau Moldova. Their pre-operative echocardiography description of the tricuspid valve and the description of the surgeon from the surgery were compared. Results showed that the data obtained by echocardiography were very similar to the intraoperative findings that were reported by the surgeon in most patients.

2017 ◽  
Vol 44 (1) ◽  
pp. 39-42 ◽  
Author(s):  
Evgeny V. Krivoshchekov ◽  
Jaeger P. Ackerman ◽  
Olga S. Yanulevich ◽  
Alexander A. Sokolov ◽  
Nadezhda V. Ershova ◽  
...  

The cone reconstruction technique, first described by da Silva and modified by Dearani and by others, has become the repair method of choice in patients with Ebstein anomaly of the tricuspid valve. This report details the outcome of the modified cone reconstruction technique in 6 children who underwent surgical correction of Ebstein anomaly at the Tomsk Institute of Cardiology in Siberia. From 2012 through 2015, 4 boys and 2 girls (age range, 11 mo–12 yr) underwent surgery to correct Ebstein anomaly. All had presented with cyanosis, exertional dyspnea, fatigue, or new-onset atrial arrhythmia, and none had undergone previous cardiac surgery. All survived the operation. One patient needed tricuspid valve replacement with a bioprosthesis after early breakdown of the cone reconstruction. As of December 2016, all the patients had no symptoms, tricuspid stenosis, or arrhythmia. This series indicates that cone reconstruction—the most anatomic repair technique for the dysmorphic Ebstein tricuspid valve—can be successfully performed in pediatric heart centers with a large experience.


2013 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 216 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tornike Sologashvili ◽  
Afksendiyos Kalangos ◽  
C�cile Tissot ◽  
Patrick O. Myers

<p><b>Background:</b> A retained surgical sponge, an extremely rare occurrence after cardiac surgery, can trigger a granulomatous reaction and form a sizeable mass or gossypiboma. We report the incidental operative finding of a gossypiboma 11 years after repair of Ebstein anomaly.</p><p><b>Case Report:</b> A 24-year-old man, who had previously undergone tricuspid annuloplasty for Ebstein anomaly 11 years earlier at another institution, was referred for recurrent severe tricuspid regurgitation. During the dissection along the superior vena cava and the right atrium, we entered 2 cystic cavities that exuded a pus-like material, which was sent for culture. Mesh from a retained surgical sponge (gossypiboma) was identified. After complete debridement and administration of vancomycin, the tricuspid valve was repaired. Antibiotics were continued until culture results were confirmed to be negative. The patient's postoperative course was uneventful, and he presented no signs of infection.</p><p><b>Conclusions:</b> We report a rare case of incidentally found gossypiboma after cardiac surgery.</p>


2011 ◽  
Vol 59 (S 01) ◽  
Author(s):  
R Sodian ◽  
S Haeberle ◽  
S Weber ◽  
T Lueth ◽  
A Beiras-Fernandez ◽  
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2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
L Tulecki ◽  
M Czajkowski ◽  
S Targonska ◽  
K Tomkow ◽  
D Nowosielecka ◽  
...  

Abstract Background The guidelines suggest close co-operation between TLE operating team and cardiac surgery and its key role in the management of life-threatening complications remains unquestionable. But the role of cardiac surgeon seems to be much more extended. Purpose We have analysed the role of cardiac surgery in treatment of patients undergoing TLE procedures. Methods Using standard non-powered mechanical systems we have extracted ingrown PM/ICD leads from 3207 pts (38,7% female, average age 65,7-y) during the last 14 years. Non-infectious TLE indications were in 66,4% of patients. 46% had PM DDD system, 19% PM SSI, 22% ICD, 9% CRT, 4% other systems. In 12% of patients abandoned leads were found. 8% of patients had one lead, 54% - two, 15% - three and 4% - 4–6 leads in the heart. An average dwell time of all leads was 91,5 mth. The lead entry side was left in 96% of patients, right in 3% and both – 4%. Results Procedural success 96,1%, clinical success - 97,8%, procedure-related death 0,2%. Major complications appeared in 1,9% (cardiac tamponade 1,2%, haemothorax 0,2%, tricuspid valve damage 0,3%, stroke, pulmonary embolism &lt;1%). Conclusions Rescue cardiac surgery (for severe haemorrhagic complications) is still the most frequent reason of surgical intervention (1,1%). The second area of co-operation includes supplementary cardiac surgery after (incomplete) TLE (0,8%). The third one is connected with reconstruction or replacement of tricuspid valve, which can be affected by ingrown lead or damaged during TLE procedure (0,5%). Implantation of the complete epicardial system during any surgical intervention (rescue or delayed) should be considered as a supplementation of the operation (0,65%). Some of patients after TLE need implantation of epicardial leads for permanent epicardial pacing (0,6%) and some only left ventricular lead to rebuild permanent cardiac resynchronisation (0,5%). The single experience of large TLE centre indicates the necessity of close co-operation with cardiac surgeon, whose role seems to be more comprehensive than a surgical stand-by itself. Table 1 Funding Acknowledgement Type of funding source: None


2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Terézia B. Andrási ◽  
Nunijiati Abudureheman ◽  
Alannah Glück ◽  
Maximilian Vondran ◽  
Gerhard Dinges ◽  
...  

Abstract Background The timing for heart surgery following cerebral embolization after cardiac valve vegetation is vital to postoperative recovery being uneventful, additionally Covid-19 may negatively affect the outcome. Minimally invasive methods and upgraded surgical instruments maximize the benefits of surgery also in complex cardiac revision cases with substantial perioperative risk. Case presentation A 68 y.o. patient, 10 years after previous sternotomy for OPCAB was referred to cardiac surgery on the 10th postoperative day after neurosurgical intervention for intracerebral bleeding with suspected mitral valve endocarditis. Mitral valve vegetation, tricuspid valve insufficiency and coronary stenosis were diagnosed and treated by minimally invasive revision cardiac surgery on the 14th postoperative day after neurosurgery. Conclusion The present clinical case demonstrates for the first time that the minimally invasive approach via right anterior mini-thoracotomy can be safely used for concomitant complex mitral valve reconstruction, tricuspid valve repair and aorto-coronary bypass surgery, even as a revision procedure in the presence of florid endocarditis after recent neurosurgical intervention. The Covid-19 pandemic and prophylactic patient isolation slow down the efficacy of pulmonary weaning and mobilisation and prolong the need for ICU treatment, without adversely affecting long-term outcome.


2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Aditi Sinha ◽  
Alexander Geragotellis ◽  
Guntaj Kaur Singh ◽  
Devika Verma ◽  
Daniyal Matin Ansari ◽  
...  

Abstract Background: Vocal cord palsy is one of the recognised complications of complex cardiac surgery in the paediatric population. While there is an abundance of literature highlighting the presence of this complication, there is a scarcity of research focusing on the pathophysiology, presentation, diagnosis, and treatment options available for children affected by vocal cord palsy. Materials and methods: Electronic searches were conducted using the search terms: “Vocal Cord Palsy,” “VCP,” “Vocal Cord Injury,” “Paediatric Heart Surgery,” “Congenital Heart Surgery,” “Pediatric Heart Surgery,” “Vocal Fold Movement Impairment,” “VFMI,” “Vocal Fold Palsy,” “PDA Ligation.” The inclusion criteria were any articles discussing the outcomes of vocal cord palsy following paediatric cardiac surgery. Results: The two main populations affected by vocal cord palsy are children undergoing aortic arch surgery or those undergoing PDA ligation. There is paucity of prospective follow-up studies; it is therefore difficult to reliably assess the current approaches and the long-term implications of management options. Conclusion: Vocal cord palsy can be a devastating complication following cardiac surgery, which if left untreated, could potentially result in debilitation of quality of life and in severe circumstances could even lead to death. Currently, there is not enough high-quality evidence in the literature to aid recognition, diagnosis, and management leaving clinicians to extrapolate evidence from adult studies to make clinical judgements. Future research with a focus on the paediatric perspective is necessary in providing evidence for good standards of care.


Author(s):  
Sjoerd de Hoogd ◽  
Sebastiaan C. Goulooze ◽  
Abraham J. Valkenburg ◽  
Elke H. J. Krekels ◽  
Monique van Dijk ◽  
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