False aneurysm of the right atrium.
A false aneurysm of the right atrium is described. The false aneurysm appeared after open-heart surgery and was probably related to loosening of a right atrial suture. Because of the low pressure in the right atrium, the danger of rupture seemed to be low, and conservative therapy was chosen.
D005260:Female; D006322:Heart Aneurysm / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology; D006325:Heart Atria; D006350:Heart Valve Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D008944:Mitral Valve Insufficiency / Q000601:surgery*; D013529:Surgical Wound Dehiscence / Q000150:complications