Shunt Lesions Part II: Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connections and Truncus Arteriosus. (August 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Martin, Billie-Jean; Karamlou, Tara B.; Tabbutt, Sarah
• Is Part Of: Pediatric critical care medicine. Volume 17(2016)Supplement 1 8
• Publication Date: 2016-08
• Subjects: anomalous pulmonary venous connection -- congenital heart disease -- management -- outcomes -- truncus arteriosus; Pediatric intensive care -- Periodicals; Pediatric emergencies -- Periodicals; 618.05
• DOI: 10.1097/PCC.0000000000000822
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1529-7535

Abstract

Abstract : Objectives: The objectives of this review are to describe the anatomy, pathophysiology, perioperative therapeutic strategies, and operative procedures for patients with anomalous pulmonary venous connections and truncus arteriosus. Data Source: MEDLINE and PubMed. Conclusions: An understanding of the anatomy and pathophysiology of anomalous pulmonary venous connections and truncus arteriosus is essential for the optimal perioperative management of these complex and challenging congenital lesions.