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Left coronary sinus of valsalva aneurysm dissecting into interventricular septum: a case report

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Sinus of Valsalva aneurysm (SVA) is an extremely rare condition, and its rupture causes acute symptoms such as chest pain and dyspnea. Ruptured SVA is frequently associated with other congenital defects.

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Aneurysm and subacute type a aortic dissection, in a pediatric patient with aortopathy

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Aortic dissection in pediatrics is an extremely rare condition, which is generally related to predisposing factors such as connective tissue disorders, congenital heart disease and systemic arterial hypertensi.

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2023 STS Coding Workshop

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Allied Health

The STS 2023 Coding Workshop: Best Practices for Cardiothoracic Surgery is a 2-day virtual event that will provide cardiothoracic surgery coders, surgeons, and all billing professionals with the latest coding and reimbursement updates affecting cardiothoracic surgical practices. ET – Congenital Cardiac Q&A 6:00 p.m.

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Abstract 4118882: Decompensated Heart Failure Secondary to a Non-Coronary Sinus of Valsalva to Right Atrium Fistula: A Case Report

Circulation

Introduction:Sinus of Valsalva aneurysm (SVA) accounts for 3.5% of all congenital cardiac anomalies. She had cardiothoracic surgery for fistula repair. Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A4118882-A4118882, November 12, 2024. Postoperatively, she developed complete heart block requiring a permanent pacemaker.