Publications by authors named "A Iavernaro"
Article Synopsis
- - The condition described is a
- rare heart defect known as Secundum ASD, which involves a large, multi-hole atrial septal aneurysm (ASA) and a double atrial septum.
- - Effective treatment for this type of defect relies heavily on advanced and innovative device technologies.
- - Such technology plays a crucial role in successfully closing these complex septal defect variations.
Article Synopsis
- Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is a form of heart failure that can present in various ways, making diagnosis difficult.
- A case series of four patients with PPCM illustrated distinct presentations, including left ventricular dysfunction, thromboembolism, myocardial infarction with no coronary blockages, and sustained ventricular tachycardia.
- Timely clinical assessments and advanced imaging techniques are crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment of PPCM.
A rare case of mitro-aortic intervalvular fibrosa aneurysm evolving in the para-aortic cavity.
J Cardiovasc Med (Hagerstown)
May 2009
The mitro-aortic intervalvular fibrosa (MAIF) connects the anterior mitral leaflet to the posterior portion of the aortic annulus. The aneurysms of MAIF represent a complication of aortic valve endocarditis, but blunt chest trauma, aortic valve replacement and congenital heart disease have also been reported as a cause. We describe a case of an aneurysm of MAIF, whose progression was documented by serial echocardiographic observations.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLeft innominate vein aneurysm finding during pacemaker lead insertion.
Pacing Clin Electrophysiol
May 2008
Thoracic vein aneurysms are very rare vascular lesions, usually detected as incidental findings. We describe the case of a patient with an advanced atrioventricular block who underwent definitive pacemaker implantation. In order to explain the difficult advancement of a pacemaker lead, vein angiography was performed during the procedure and a large innominate vein aneurysm was observed.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Primary percutaneous coronary intervention (pPCI) is the most effective reperfusion treatment of acute ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), but logistic- and organization-related problems affect its feasibility. The aim of this study was to investigate a) the requirements of reperfusion therapies, and b) the feasibility of pPCI as suggested by the current guidelines, in the Veneto Region.
Methods: With the aim to treat with pPCI most of the patients with high-risk STEMI regardless of the type of admitting hospital, a single treatment protocol was developed and shared by the majority of Cardiology Departments in the Veneto Region.