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Right coronary sinus of Valsalva pseudoaneurysm after a motorcycle accident: A case report.

Yong Cheng, Yu Zhang, Zixuan Liu, Ziwei Wang, Tao Shuai

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Yong ChengDepartment of Radiology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.ORCID 0009-0003-8255-1745
Yu Zhang
Zixuan Liu
Ziwei Wang
Tao Shuai

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Abstract

rationaleTraumatic pseudoaneurysm of the sinus of Valsalva (PSV) is a rare but life-threatening condition, often resulting from blunt chest trauma. Rapid progress and a high risk of rupture highlight the importance of prompt diagnosis and intervention. We present a case of a rare pseudoaneurysm linked to the right coronary sinus after blunt chest trauma. PATIENT CONCERNS: A 54-year-old male presented with chest pain, loss of consciousness, and coma following a motorcycle accident. Initial management included invasive ventilation at a local hospital before transfer for specialized care. DIAGNOSES: Computed tomography angiography and transthoracic echocardiography confirmed a blunt traumatic PSV, along with an 8th rib fracture, findings later corroborated during open thoracotomy.

interventionsThe pseudoaneurysm was surgically treated with an open thoracotomy, and the defect was sealed using a pericardial patch. OUTCOMES: The patient experienced an uneventful recovery, with follow-up confirming the restoration of normal daily activities. LESSONS: Traumatic PSV, though rare, demands heightened clinical awareness in cases of blunt chest trauma. Noninvasive computed tomography angiography serves as a rapid and reliable diagnostic tool. Early surgical intervention remains the definitive treatment to prevent catastrophic outcomes.

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Accidents, TrafficAneurysm, FalseSinus of ValsalvaThoracic InjuriesWounds, NonpenetratingComputed Tomography AngiographyEchocardiographyHumansMaleMiddle AgedMotorcycles

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PMID39854756
PMCPMC11771650

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