Abstract
The differentiation of left ventricular pseudoaneurysm from true aneurysm is sometimes difficult. Given the propensity for pseudoaneurysms to rupture leading to cardiac tamponade, shock, and death, compared with a more benign natural history for true aneurysms, accurate diagnosis of these conditions is clinically important. Clinical symptoms, physical examination findings, electrocardiograms, and routine x-rays are not sensitive or specific for diagnosing left ventricular aneurysms nor for distinguishing true from pseudoaneurysm once detected. Our aim is to present a case report demonstrating these difficulties and to review the use of various cardiac imaging modalities in differentiating between these 2 entities.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | e27-e30 |
Journal | Cardiology in Review |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 2006 |
Keywords
- Aneurysm
- Myocardial infarction
- Pseudoaneurysm
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine