F Pillekamp, T Hannes, D Koch, K Brockmeier, N Sreeram
{"title":"Transcatheter closure of symptomatic aortopulmonary window in an infant.","authors":"F Pillekamp, T Hannes, D Koch, K Brockmeier, N Sreeram","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>An aortopulmonary window is a rare congenital cardiac defect. In the majority of symptomatic neonates and infants, primary surgical repair is the treatment of choice. In selected infants, catheter closure of the defect with a device may be feasible. We report on the successful closure of an AP window in a 12 month old infant, using a 6mm Amplatzer septal occluder. The procedure and follow-up were uneventful.</p>","PeriodicalId":89564,"journal":{"name":"Images in paediatric cardiology","volume":"10 2","pages":"11-7"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3232589/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"30488435","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Unusual echocardiographic finding leading to diagnosis of pulmonary sequestration.","authors":"A Baloria, S Vinayak, R Arora, S Mishra","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":89564,"journal":{"name":"Images in paediatric cardiology","volume":"10 2","pages":"1-5"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3232588/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"30488433","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Change of size and type of patent ductus arteriosus in a one year old infant during routine echocardiographic study.","authors":"Mo Galal, H Turkistani, A Sultan","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":89564,"journal":{"name":"Images in paediatric cardiology","volume":"10 2","pages":"6-10"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3232587/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"30488434","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
U Trieschmann, M Kruessell, Udink Ten F Cate, N Sreeram
{"title":"Central venous catheters in children and neonates (Part 2) - Access via the internal jugular vein.","authors":"U Trieschmann, M Kruessell, Udink Ten F Cate, N Sreeram","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Central venous access via the internal jugular vein (IJV) is safe, relatively easy and very commonly used in infants and children undergoing cardiac surgery for congenital heart disease. Because of the wide range of anatomical variations an ultrasound-guided technique is advantageous in many cases, in particular in patients who have had previous punctures or those in whom difficulties are anticipated for various reasons. The right internal jugular vein is the preferred vein for central venous access as it offers straight access to the superior vena cava. The rate of complications - insertion-related as well as long term - are lower compared to the femoral and the subclavian access.</p>","PeriodicalId":89564,"journal":{"name":"Images in paediatric cardiology","volume":"10 1","pages":"1-7"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3232585/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"30488430","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Coil occlusion of the large patent ductus arteriosus.","authors":"Rk Kumar, Ac Nair","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>While coil occlusion is well accepted for the small patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), occlusive devices are preferred for the larger (> 3 mm) ducts by most institutions. Because of costs concerns, occlusive devices are not always realistic in many countries. The technique of simultaneous delivery of multiple coils with bioptome assistance works well for relatively larger ducts. This technique requires careful case selection through echocardiography. The duct anatomy plays a crucial part in determining the suitability for coil occlusion. Coil occlusion has a specific advantage for relatively larger ducts in selected small children and in preterm infants because it is possible to accomplish delivery of multiple coils through relatively small introducer sheaths. In addition, aortic narrowing is less likely because coils compact in the ampulla. This review describes case selection strategies and techniques of coil occlusion of the large PDA. Relevant illustrative images are shown.</p>","PeriodicalId":89564,"journal":{"name":"Images in paediatric cardiology","volume":"10 1","pages":"8-26"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3232586/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"30488431","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Morphology of the patent arterial duct: features relevant to treatment.","authors":"H Matsui, Kp McCarthy, Sy Ho","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), one of the most common congenital heart defects, is an abnormal persistence of a patent lumen in the arterial duct due to an arrest of the natural process of closure after it has served its function as a vital channel in fetal circulation. The histological feature of the arterial duct is entirely different from its adjoining arteries and many intrinsic substances mediate in the process of its normal closure. When existing in isolation, catheter or surgical intervention is usually used for its treatment. Ductal aneurysm is a rare type of PDA. The PDA associated with other congenital heart disease has variable morphology and closing it naturally or by intervention may produce critical symptoms. The PDA and its ligament which represents a closed arterial duct can be part of a vascular ring with abnormal aortic arch formation. It is important to understand the morphological features of PDA so as to choose the optimal strategy for treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":89564,"journal":{"name":"Images in paediatric cardiology","volume":"10 1","pages":"27-38"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2008-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3232584/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"30488432","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M Tomaske, Cj Kellenberger, N Bodmer, W Knirsch, U Bauersfeld
{"title":"Mediastinal widening on chest radiography caused by combined aortic valve disease and primary large B-cell lymphoma.","authors":"M Tomaske, Cj Kellenberger, N Bodmer, W Knirsch, U Bauersfeld","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Poststenotic aortic root dilatation in patients with aortic valvular stenosis may result in mediastinal widening on chest radiograph. Main differential diagnosis of mediastinal widening is a tumour. In fact, besides atypical chest pain or dyspnoea at exertion secondary to compression of intrathoracic structures in the latter, symptoms may be absent. We report a case of combined aortic valve disease and additional primary large B-cell lymphoma.</p>","PeriodicalId":89564,"journal":{"name":"Images in paediatric cardiology","volume":"9 4","pages":"9-14"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3232583/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"30488450","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Pacemaker endocarditis due to Haemophilus parainfluenza: case report and literature review.","authors":"P Sammut, H Woodcock, N Oswal, R Kadalraja","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>We report a case of pacemaker infective endocarditis in a 14 month old girl, caused by Haemophilus parainfluenzae. There are no other cases in children reported in the literature. We discuss the issues surrounding the case and the evidence which influenced our management.</p>","PeriodicalId":89564,"journal":{"name":"Images in paediatric cardiology","volume":"9 4","pages":"15-20"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3232581/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"30488451","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Central venous catheters in children and neonates - what is important?","authors":"U Trieschmann, Udink Ten F Cate, N Sreeram","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Central venous access is an essential part of perioperative management for infants and children undergoing cardiac surgery for congenital heart disease. In addition, a thorough knowledge of the techniues for cannulation and placement of venous lines from the various percutaneously accessible sites is an important aspect of cardiac catheterization in this patient population. In the first of a series of papers describing the various approaches to venous access, we describe percutaneous cannulation of the subclavian vein. The standard approach, as well as potential difficulties, and how to overcome them, are described, as also the complications associated with this approach.</p>","PeriodicalId":89564,"journal":{"name":"Images in paediatric cardiology","volume":"9 4","pages":"1-8"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3232582/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"30488449","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Haemolysis after Amplatzer device closure of ventricular septal defect.","authors":"S Mulvaney, V Grech","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Over the last few years, a vast variety of devices have been developed to close various septal defects through the transcatheter route. Haemolysis has been documented after Amplatzer device closure of patent ductus arteriousus, atrial septal defect, and ventricular septal defect. We report one patient with self-limiting haemolysis after implantation of an Amplatzer perimembranous VSD device.</p>","PeriodicalId":89564,"journal":{"name":"Images in paediatric cardiology","volume":"9 3","pages":"4-5"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3232580/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"30488448","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}