International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)

International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)
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ISSN: 2319-7064


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Saudi Arabia | Radiological Sciences | Volume 5 Issue 4, April 2016 | Pages: 1146 - 1149


Cardiac CT of a Criss-Cross Heart: A Case Report

Amr M. Ajlan MD

Abstract: A criss-cross heart is an extremely rare congenital anomaly that is commonly associated with complex cardiac defects. The literature on imaging of such a condition is limited. In particular, cardiac CT imaging of criss-cross heart is sparse. We present a case of a full-term infant with criss-cross heart, in which cardiac CT delineated the complex heart anatomy and confirmed known echocardiographic findings. Utilizing cardiac CT in criss-cross heart increases the treating physicians confidence before embarking on a final surgical approach.

Keywords: Congenital heart disease, Cardiac CT, Criss-cross heart, Ventricular septal defect



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