Right Atrial Flap Repair for Left Superior Vena Cava Draining into Left Atrium

Abstract

There are different surgical methods for the repair of persistent left superior vena cava that connects directly to the left atrium. We describe an extracardiac surgical technique that includes direct anastomosis of persistent left superior vena cava to the right atrium with right atrial flap and autologous pericardium. We have performed this procedure in four cases and there is no obstruction at postoperative control studies. Right atrial flap repair is a feasible extracardiac technique that offers growth potential.

Keywords

congenital heart disease - right atrial flap repair - persistent left superior vena cava

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