Cor triatriatum: a reversible cause of severe pulmonary hypertension

The Canadian Journal of Cardiology
Michael J HoweMelvyn Rubenfire

Abstract

Cor triatriatum sinister is a congenital heart disorder that can lead to progressive dyspnea, pulmonary hypertension, and ultimately right ventricular (RV) failure. We report a case in which symptoms of progressive pulmonary hypertension were initially attributed to asthma, leading to a delayed diagnosis that resulted in suprasystemic pulmonary pressures and RV dysfunction. Rapid symptomatic and hemodynamic improvement was observed after surgical repair, with normalization of pulmonary artery pressures and RV function.

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