Ruptured Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm: An Unusual Cause of Pleural Effusion -Case Report

Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 6

Abstract

Sinus of Valsalva aneurysm (SVA) is one of the rare cardiac anomalies described in the literatures and ruptured sinus of valsalva (RSOV) is a form of left-to- right shunt .The presentation may range from dyspnea to cardiogenic shock and death. Here we present a case of very rare presentation of a RSOV to right atrium and right ventricle.

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Baraneedaran. S

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Baraneedaran. S (2017). Ruptured Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm: An Unusual Cause of Pleural Effusion -Case Report. Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research, 5(6), 23559-23560. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-521881