Late Chronic Left Ventricular Pseudoaneurysm Thrombosis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Left ventricular pseudoaneurysm (LVPA) is a rare but serious complication following myocardial infarction, often leading to thrombus formation and hemodynamic collapse.

Case summary

We present 2 cases of LVPA in patients with a history of myocardial infarction. A 61-year-old man underwent surgical repair for a large apical LVPA with significant thrombus formation, and a 77-year-old woman with a posterolateral LVPA was treated with percutaneous exclusion. Echocardiography and cardiac computed tomography were used in the diagnosis in both cases, highlighting the delayed presentation of LVPA.

Discussion

LVPA, though rare, poses a high risk for rupture and thrombotic complications. Early recognition is crucial for timely intervention. These cases are of interes

SUBMITTER: Lin J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12426543 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature