Removal of massive right atrial thrombus guided by transesophageal echocardiography.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Formation of massive right atrial thrombi around a peritoneovenous shunt is a known complication of these devices. Removal of an obstructive right atrial thrombus requires cardiopulmonary bypass and has been associated with a high morbidity and mortality. Transesophageal echocardiography was used in this case to diagnose and guide the surgical removal of a massive right atrial thrombus.
Medical subject headings
- Echocardiography
- Heart Diseases
- Peritoneovenous Shunt
- Thrombosis