NYMC Faculty Publications
DOI
10.4103/atm.ATM_148_17
Journal Title
Annals of Thoracic Medicine
First Page
55
Last Page
58
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2018
Department
Medicine
Keywords
Hypertension, Pulmonary, Scimitar Syndrome, Partial anomalous pulmonary venous drainage, sinus venosus atrial septal defect
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
Abstract
Partial anomalous pulmonary venous drainage (PAPVD) is a rare congenital cardiac defect and is associated with sinus venosus atrial septal defect. While most cases are asymptomatic, a patient can present with pulmonary hypertension (PHTN) and it can be difficult to diagnose. Here, we discuss the case of a young female with PHTN who was found to have two right-sided PAPVD. Through this case, authors try to emphasize the importance of meticulous and thorough investigation when evaluating PHTN, which allows for correct diagnosis and a timely intervention before PHTN becomes irreversible.
Recommended Citation
Patel, H., Bhutani, S., Shamoon, F., & Virk, H. (2018). Deciphering a Case of Pulmonary Hypertension in a Young Female: Partial Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Drainage the Culprit. Annals of Thoracic Medicine, 13 (1), 55-58. https://doi.org/10.4103/atm.ATM_148_17
Publisher's Statement
Originally published in Annals of Thoracic Medicine, 13(1), 55-58. The original material can be found here.
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