Sinus of Valsalva Pseudoaneurysm: An Unusual Cause of Complete Heart Block.

Authors :: Centemero M
Urdanetta LR
Maschiarelli I
Barreto R
Mendez CA
Delamain JH
Wolf PW
Terrível D
Feres F
Chamié D
Source :: JACC. Case reports [JACC Case Rep] 2023 Apr 13; Vol. 14, pp. 101832. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Apr 13 (Print Publication: 2023).
Publication Year :: 2023
Abstract: We present a case of a young man with complete atrioventricular block and aneurysm of the right sinus of Valsalva penetrating the interventricular septum and causing severe aortic regurgitation. Chest trauma and inflammatory or infectious diseases are potential causes. Bentall-de Bono surgical repair was performed. Anatomopathologic analysis demonstrated fibrosis, hyalinization, and extensive myxoid material. ( Level of Difficulty: Beginner. ).<br />Competing Interests: The authors have reported that they have no relationships relevant to the contents of this paper to disclose.<br /> (© 2023 The Authors.)