Left ventricular non-compaction presenting with heart failure and intramural thrombus. (12th July 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Aryal, Madan Raj; Badal, Madan; Giri, Smith; Pradhan, Rajesh
• Is Part Of: BMJ case reports. Volume 2013
• Publication Date: 2013-07-12
• Subjects: Medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2013-009757
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1757-790X

Abstract

Abstract : Left ventricular non-compaction (LVNC) is a rare disorder caused by the arrest of myocardial compaction during embryogenesis, leading to a non-compacted endocardial layer with marked trabeculations. The diagnosis is primarily based on echocardiographic demonstration of a spongy myocardium. Here, we present a young male with LVNC presenting with left heart failure and multiple left ventricular thrombi. We also review the presentation, diagnosis and management of this condition.