Right Heart Failure as an Atypical Presentation of Chronic Type A Aortic Dissection - Multimodality Imaging for Accurate Diagnosis and Treatment. A case report and mini-review of literature
Abstract:Background
An intrapericardial organized haematoma secondary to chronic type A aortic dissection is an extremely rare cause of right heart failure. Imaging studies are essential in recognising and diagnosis of this distinctive medical condition and guiding the anticipated treatment.
Case presentation
A 70-year-old male patient was admitted for progressive symptoms of right heart failure. His cardiovascular history exposed an … Show more
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