Transesophageal echocardiography guidance for repair of complex cardiac injuries.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Our patient suffered a single stab wound to the heart that resulted in a coronary artery to ventricle fistula, a ventricular septal defect, mitral regurgitation from chordal transection, and a delayed left ventricular aneurysm. We used transesophageal echocardiography to characterize these multiple defects to help guide successful surgical repair. The patient recovered uneventfully.
Medical subject headings
- Echocardiography, Transesophageal
- Heart Injuries
- Wounds, Stab