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Utility of three-dimensional transthoracic echocardiography in diagnosis of intermediate atrioventricular septal defect: report of an adult case

Authors: Ayako Miyamoto, Satoshi Yuda, Yoshihito Higashidate, Satoru Takagi, Tetsuji Miura

Published in: Journal of Medical Ultrasonics | Issue 2/2014

Abstract

We present the case of a 54-year-old male with an intermediate atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD). He was referred to our institute for treatment of shortness of breath. Two-dimensional transthoracic echocardiography demonstrated an ostium primum defect of the atrial septum, a common atrioventricular valve with mild regurgitations, and an interventricular communication, which are the features of complete AVSD. However, three-dimensional transthoracic echocardiography (3D-TTE) could clearly visualize the tricuspid pouch (i.e., persistence of the tissue in the endocardial cushion), a feature of partial AVSD. 3D-TTE appears to be a useful modality for diagnosis of intermediate AVSD.

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Title: Utility of three-dimensional transthoracic echocardiography in diagnosis of intermediate atrioventricular septal defect: report of an adult case
Authors: Ayako Miyamoto
Satoshi Yuda
Yoshihito Higashidate
Satoru Takagi
Tetsuji Miura
Publication date: 01-04-2014
Publisher: Springer Japan
Published in: Journal of Medical Ultrasonics / Issue 2/2014
Print ISSN: 1346-4523
Electronic ISSN: 1613-2254
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10396-013-0479-7

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