Evaluation using a four-dimensional imaging tool before and after pulmonary valve replacement in a patient with tetralogy of Fallot: a case report

Evaluation using a four-dimensional imaging tool before and after pulmonary valve replacement in a patient with tetralogy of Fallot: a case report

Abstract Background Pulmonary regurgitation is a common complication after tetralogy of Fallot repair, resulting in right ventricular dysfunction, arrhythmia, and sudden death. However, the indications and optimal timing for pulmonary valve replacement are not fully known. We describe a case in whic...

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Main Authors: Masao Takigami, Keiichi Itatani, Naohiko Nakanishi, Kosuke Nakaji, Yo Kajiyama, Satoaki Matoba, Hitoshi Yaku, Masaaki Yamagishi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-02-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
Subjects:
Tetralogy of Fallot
4D flow MRI
Flow energy loss
Pulmonary regurgitation
Right ventricular deterioration
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13256-018-1964-9

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