Ruptured sinus of Valsalva aneurysm: An uncommon presentation of shock to the pediatric emergency department - 29/10/21
Abstract |
This case report describes a rare etiology of cardiogenic shock, particularly in the pediatric population. A healthy 17 year old male presents from an outside hospital in undifferentiated shock requiring vasopressor support. Ruptured sinus of Valsalva aneurysm was diagnosed by echocardiogram and the patient went emergently to the operating room for surgical repair. We discuss the anatomy, incidence, and risk factors for sinus of Valsalva aneurysms, along with the range of clinical presentations and Emergency Department management of symptomatic rupture of sinus of Valsalva aneurysms.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Sinus of Valsalva aneurysm, Cardiogenic shock, Congenital heart disease, Pediatric emergency medicine
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Vol 49
P. 80-82 - novembre 2021 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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