Sinus of Valsalva - Radiopaedia.org
In typical anatomy, there are three sinuses: The former terms are used routinely in clinical vernacular, while the latter are used in some anatomic texts 2. When there are congenital coronary artery anomalies, however, the traditional anatomic descriptors may be less confusing.
Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
Aug 11, 2024 · Acquired SOVAs tend to present in older adults, reflecting the cumulative effects of risk factors like atherosclerosis and past infections. About 70% of SOVAs occur in the right coronary sinus. The condition is often asymptomatic until rupture, which can lead to severe complications and high mortality rates without prompt treatment.
Coronary Artery Anomalies | Circulation - AHA/ASA Journals
Sep 20, 2021 · Normally, there are 3 main epicardial coronary arteries: the right coronary artery, emerging from the right sinus of Valsalva, and the left anterior descending and left circumflex coronary arteries, characterized by an initial common tract (the left main coronary artery) that arises from the left sinus of Valsalva. 1 In the general population ...
Anomalous Course of the Left Main or Left Anterior Descending Coronary …
Feb 12, 2002 · An aberrant origin of the left main coronary artery (LM) or left anterior descending coronary artery (LAD) from the right sinus of Valsalva is a rare anomaly that has been associated with myocardial ischemia and sudden cardiac death.
Right coronary ischaemia caused by a sinus of Valsalva …
Aug 10, 2024 · A right coronary sinus of Valsalva aneurysm, which caused right coronary artery ischaemia, was successfully treated using a modified Bentall procedure. Coronary computed tomography angiography and fractional flow reserve-computed tomography revealed anatomical and functional improvements in the right coronary artery ischaemia post-operatively.
Right Coronary Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm Rupture Precipitated …
We present a case highlighting the diagnostic challenges of identifying a ruptured right coronary sinus of Valsalva aneurysm in a patient with nonsyndromic aortopathy. Timely assessment with transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography is …
Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysms: Assessment With Cardiovascular MRI …
Aneurysms most commonly originate from the right coronary sinus (70–90%), less commonly from the noncoronary sinus (10–20%), and rarely from the left sinus (< 5%) [4–6]. An acquired sinus of Valsalva aneurysm can be seen with a variety of conditions such as infective endocarditis, tuberculosis, Behçet disease, and trauma.
Rupture of right coronary sinus of Valsalva aneurysm into right ...
Transoesophageal echocardiography (TEE) revealed a ruptured aneurysm of the right coronary sinus of Valsalva causing a large left-to-right shunt into the right ventricle, diagnosed by colour Doppler. The ventricular septum showed no defect and mild aortic regurgitation was present .
Right Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm Mimicking Right Coronary …
Dec 23, 2020 · The aneurysm involved the right sinus of Valsalva at the 12 o'clock position; it was separate from the origin of the right coronary artery which was stretched over the aneurysm. The aneurysm measured 31 mm × 33 mm × 29 mm and was fully opacified with contrast.
Right Coronary Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm Rupture Precipitated …
Apr 4, 2024 · We present a case highlighting the diagnostic challenges of identifying a ruptured right coronary sinus of Valsalva aneurysm in a patient with nonsyndromic aortopathy. Timely assessment with transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography is vital for prompt diagnosis and successful treatment.