Minimally invasive anterior thoracotomy approach for complex sinus venosus atrial septal defect with anomalous pulmonary venous return: A case report.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Sinus venosus atrial septal defect (SVASD) is a rare congenital anomaly often associated with partial anomalous pulmonary venous return (PAPVR), leading to right heart volume overload and pulmonary hypertension. While traditionally managed via median sternotomy, minimally invasive approaches are emerging as effective alternatives, offering reduced surgical complication and improved outcomes.

Case presentation

We report a case of a 59-year-old female with a one-year history of recurrent episodes of spontaneous palpitations. Echocardiographic evaluation revealed a high SVASD with PAPVR, severe pulmonary hypertension, tricuspid regurgitation, and right heart enlargement. A minimally invasive repair was performed through a right anterior minithoracotomy, employing a

SUBMITTER: Abdul-Hafez HA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11995048 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature