2012
DOI: 10.1111/j.1754-9485.2012.02385.x
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Anomalous unilateral single pulmonary vein versus scimitar syndrome: Comparison of two paediatric cases and a review of the literature

Abstract: SummaryThe 'scimitar sign' on plain chest radiograph is most commonly attributed to the presence of a scimitar vein, which is a variant of partial anomalous pulmonary venous drainage (PAPVD). An anomalous unilateral single pulmonary vein (AUSPV) is a very rare anomaly, albeit benign, which can also present with the scimitar sign. Despite a similar radiographic appearance, these two anomalies have very different prognostic implications. Moreover, differentiation between the two is important in the paediatric po… Show more

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“…El Síndrome de la Cimitarra es un subtipo poco frecuente, correspondiendo al 3-5% de los casos de drenaje venoso pulmonar anómalo parcial (1)(2)(3)(4)8) . Se presenta más frecuentemente en mujeres; de patogenia poco clara (1,4) .…”
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“…El Síndrome de la Cimitarra es un subtipo poco frecuente, correspondiendo al 3-5% de los casos de drenaje venoso pulmonar anómalo parcial (1)(2)(3)(4)8) . Se presenta más frecuentemente en mujeres; de patogenia poco clara (1,4) .…”
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“…El Signo de la Cimitarra hace referencia a la imagen creada por la vena pulmonar anómala similar a una espada turca, corta y curva llamada cimitarra (Figura 1) (1,2,3) . La sombra radiopaca se extiende desde una posición superolateral del pulmón derecho hasta una localización más medial y aumentando de calibre mientras desciende hacia el ángulo costo-frénico (4) .…”
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“…The vein has an abnormal course, but normal drainage (1,2), and is often confused with other pulmonary abnormalities, such as arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) (3). AUSPV is a variation of the normal anatomy, but causes no alteration in the physiological function; therefore, a careful differential diagnosis is required to avoid unnecessary intervention.…”
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confidence: 99%