Traumatic sinus of Valsalva fistula and aortic valve rupture.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A rare case of nonpenetrating trauma-induced fistula from the right sinus of Valsalva to the right atrium and aortic cusp disruption is reported. The trauma occurred 2 1/2 years previously. The fistula was closed with a Dacron patch, and the cusp tear was sutured.
Medical subject headings
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Valve
- Fistula
- Heart Diseases
- Sinus of Valsalva
- Thoracic Injuries