Diverticular and aneurysmal structures of the left ventricle in adults: report of a case within the context of a literature review.

Authors

Premraj Makkuni, Einstein Medical Center
Morris N Kotler, Einstein Medical CenterFollow
Vincent M. Figueredo, Einstein Medical CenterFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2010

Comments

This article is peer reviewed. It is published in the Texas Heart Institute Journal, Volume 37, Issue 6, 2010, Pages 699-705. ©Texas Heart Institute

Abstract

Left ventricular outpouchings are increasingly detected on cardiovascular imaging. Herein, we describe the case of a 45-year-old man who underwent noncardiac preoperative imaging and was found to have an asymptomatic left ventricular outpouching. The patient underwent successful surgical repair of the structure. When left ventricular outpouchings are detected, the main differential diagnoses are pseudoaneurysm, aneurysm, and diverticulum. The outcomes for these conditions differ substantially, and accurate diagnosis can be crucial in making clinical decisions. We review the relevant medical literature, outline the natural history of these left ventricular abnormalities, and discuss options in regard to their management.

Recommended Citation

Makkuni, Premraj; Kotler, Morris N; and Figueredo, Vincent M., "Diverticular and aneurysmal structures of the left ventricle in adults: report of a case within the context of a literature review." (2010). Department of Medical Genetics Faculty Papers. Paper 3.
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/medgenfp/3

PubMed ID

21224951