World Journal of
Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences

WE DESCRIBE THE CASE OF A 10-MONTH-OLD INFANT WITH CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE ASSOCIATED WITH A PULMONARY VENOUS RETURN ANOMALY

Mahdi Daher*, Nasma Morsad, Yacin Moumin, Najwa Benslima, Amal Rami

ABSTRACT

Partial anomalous pulmonary venous return (PAPVR) accounts for approximately 3% of all congenital heart diseases. PAPVR is more common than total anomalous pulmonary venous return (TAPVR), with a prevalence of about 0.5% to 0.7% in the general population.[1] In most cases, PAPVR is asymptomatic and incidentally discovered during routine examinations.[2] The severity of symptoms correlates with the number of affected veins and the presence of an associated atrial septal defect (ASD). The clinical presentation of PAPVR is always similar to that of an ASD. Imaging plays a crucial role in diagnosing PAPVR. The prognosis is generally favorable in minor cases. Surgical management depends on the anatomical findings, clinical symptoms, and hemodynamic impact.

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