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ArticleAnnals of medicine and surgery (2012)2024

A complex case of univentricular heart with multiple congenital malformations diagnosed in a newborn: a case report and literature review.

Huda Hossin, Mouhammed Sleiay, Joudi Kouran, Raghad Mahmoud Alsuliman, Mhd Anas Kojok, Nour Mohamad Najeb Alkhateb, Suha Giselle Ghanem, Marah Mansour, Tamim Alsuliman, Saleh Takkem

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Huda HossinFaculty of Medicine.
Mouhammed SleiayFaculty of Medicine.
Joudi KouranFaculty of Medicine, Damascus University.
Raghad Mahmoud AlsulimanFaculty of Medicine, Syrian Private University, Damascus.
Mhd Anas KojokFaculty of Medicine, Damascus University.
Nour Mohamad Najeb AlkhatebFaculty of Medicine.
Suha Giselle GhanemFaculty of Medicine, Al Andalus University for Medical Sciences.
Marah MansourFaculty of Medicine, Tartous University, Tartous.
Tamim AlsulimanHematology and Cell Therapy Department, Saint-Antoine Hospital, AP-HP Sorbonne University, Paris, France.
Saleh TakkemDepartment of Cardiology Department, Alwatani Hospital, Hama University, Hama.

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Abstract

Introduction: Univentricular heart disease is a relatively rare condition that affects infants, with a prevalence ranging from 0.05 to 0.1 per 1000 live births. It is characterized by an abnormality in the structure of the heart, specifically the presence of only one main pumping chamber (ventricle) instead of the usual two. Presentation of case: In this particular case, a newborn male was diagnosed with double-inlet left ventricle (DILV), a specific form of univentricular heart disease. Following his birth, he exhibited symptoms of central cyanosis (a bluish tint to the skin due to poor oxygenation) and difficulties with breastfeeding. Clinical evaluation, along with a heart ultrasound, confirmed the need for palliative surgery. At the age of 6 months, the patient is scheduled to undergo the Glenn procedure, a surgical intervention that aims to redirect blood flow to the lungs and improve oxygenation. Clinical discussion: Given the complexity of double-inlet single ventricle anomalies, there are multiple differential diagnoses that need to be considered for accurate diagnosis, including conditions such as tricuspid atresia, large ventricular septal defect and corrected transposition of the great arteries with ventricular septal defect. Conclusion: Early intervention in the immediate postnatal period plays a crucial role in improving survival rates and reducing long-term complications. It is, therefore, essential to continue researching and refining treatment approaches.

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Blalock-Taussig shuntcase reportcongenital heart diseaseGlenn Shuntsingle ventricle

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