H. J. van de Wal, D. I. Hamilton, Michael J. Godman, Leon K. Lacquet, Anton van Oort
Wilhelmina Children’s Hospital.
Netherlands
European Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 1992; 6: 545-549
DOI: 10.1016/1010-7940(92)90006-j
Abstract
Pulmonary venous obstruction after surgical correction of total anomalous pulmonary venous drainage (TAPVD) is a serious condition. Pulmonary venous obstruction can be the result of a primary developmental error or is due to post-operative anastomotic stricture and is usually manifest within 6 months of surgery. Prompt restudy is indicated and if a stricture is present, urgent surgical relief is indicated. However, the results are often disappointing with a high early mortality and a significant chance of restenosis.
Category
Stenosis or Obstruction of Pulmonary Veins Following Surgical Repair of Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connections
Year of Publication: 1992
Age Focus: Pediatric
Article Type: Unknown
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