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  • Cor triatriatum sinistrum (CTS) is a rare heart condition where a membrane divides the left atrium, potentially leading to congestive heart failure symptoms.
  • This case highlights a sudden cardiac death incident linked to untreated CTS, which hasn't been previously reported.
  • The report aims to educate on the prevalence, causes, diagnosis, and management of CTS, a notably uncommon congenital heart disease.

Article Abstract

Unlabelled: Cor triatriatum sinistrum (CTS) is a rare congenital cardiac malformation in which the left atrium is divided by a fenestrated membrane, which can restrict blood flow and cause symptoms of congestive heart failure. Rarely, the condition can present in adulthood. This case report illustrates a case of sudden cardiac death (SCD) due to the sequelae of untreated CTS. To date, there are no reported cases of SCD attributable to CTS.

Learning Objectives: Cor triatriatum sinistrum is among the rarest of congenital heart diseases. In this case report, we describe the prevalence, etiology, diagnosis, and management of this disease.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9808433PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jccase.2022.09.004DOI Listing

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