A giant atrial thrombosis in a patient with fontan circulation.
We described a case of a quasi obstructive thrombus in the right atrium in a patient with a Fontan palliation. Different medical imaging techniques helped us for diagnosis and management strategy. We discussed the therapeutic choice between thrombolysis or surgery.
Ladouceur
Magalie
M
Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, M3C, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, Paris, 75015, France. magalieladouceur@hotmail.com
Latremouille
Christian
C
Iserin
Laurence
L
D001281:Atrial Fibrillation / Q000209:etiology; D018729:Fontan Procedure / Q000009:adverse effects; D006331:Heart Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013927:Thrombosis / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D018785:Tricuspid Atresia / Q000150:complications / Q000601:surgery; D055815:Young Adult