A fascinating case of complex congenital heart disease

Authors

  • Soumya Divvela Junior Resident (PGY3), Department of Radiodiagnosis, Center of Excellence in Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India https://orcid.org/0009-0002-4135-6946
  • Jensy Jaison Assistant Professor, Department of Radiodiagnosis, Center of Excellence in Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India https://orcid.org/0009-0002-3565-5560
  • Rajoo Ramachandran Professor, Department of Radiodiagnosis, Center of Excellence in Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0643-5270

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3126/ajms.v15i8.66317

Keywords:

Pediatric cardiology; Congenital heart defects; Cyanosis; Respiratory distress

Abstract

Complex congenital heart disease (CHD) constitutes a significant non-infectious contributor to childhood morbidity and mortality, particularly prevalent in developing countries with an estimated incidence of nearly 1/100 births. The spectrum of CHD spans from isolated atrial septal defects that necessitate no immediate intervention to intricate structural cardiovascular abnormalities demanding multiple interventions early in the neonatal period. Patients afflicted with complex CHD often manifest symptoms such as respiratory distress, cyanosis of the skin, feeding difficulties, and failure to thrive, becoming evident within the initial 48 h post-birth. In this context, we present an intriguing case of a male child with complex CHD. This case study is accompanied by a concise exploration of the embryology of the heart, shedding light on the intricate developmental processes that may underlie such congenital anomalies.

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Published

2024-08-03

How to Cite

Divvela, S., Jensy Jaison, & Rajoo Ramachandran. (2024). A fascinating case of complex congenital heart disease. Asian Journal of Medical Sciences, 15(8), 167–172. https://doi.org/10.3126/ajms.v15i8.66317

Issue

Vol. 15 No. 8 (2024)

Section

Case Reports

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